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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

MLT 442MOT history

MLT 442 is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MLT 442 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 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,186 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MLT 442
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MLT 442 was last recorded at 109,186 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 690 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,496 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
690 miles
Average per year
5,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,186 miles
  • 2025 – 108,496 miles
  • 2024 – 106,932 miles
  • 2023 – 103,407 miles
  • 2022 – 94,783 miles
  • 2021 – 88,682 miles
  • 2019 – 77,977 miles
  • 2018 – 64,152 miles
  • 2017 – 55,915 miles
  • 2016 – 51,065 miles
  • 2015 – 47,551 miles
  • 2014 – 43,972 miles
  • 2013 – 39,126 miles
  • 2012 – 33,209 miles
  • 2011 – 28,709 miles
  • 2010 – 23,392 miles
  • 2009 – 15,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,186 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin low both sides (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,186 miles (+690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,186 miles
    Test number
    707434433658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass108,496 miles (+1,564)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,496 miles
    Test number
    549029105214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,932 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,932 miles
    Test number
    624279465881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,892 miles (+3,485)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,892 miles
    Test number
    810802189988
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,407 miles (+8,624)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,407 miles
    Test number
    657338082374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,783 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,783 miles
    Test number
    259021831513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail94,746 miles (+6,064)4 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,746 miles
    Test number
    882322449075
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass88,682 miles (+10,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,682 miles
    Test number
    637561803050
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,977 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,977 miles
    Test number
    997469399935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail77,970 miles (+13,818)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,970 miles
    Test number
    487705097467
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass64,152 miles (+8,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,152 miles
    Test number
    988974332559
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass55,915 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,915 miles
    Test number
    603484875793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,366 miles
    Test number
    258916882801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing low on (3mm) (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail54,366 miles (+3,301)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,366 miles
    Test number
    496999989482
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split on the blade (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split on the blade (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing low on (3mm) (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,065 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,065 miles
    Test number
    179077322150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin low both sides (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail51,057 miles (+3,506)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,057 miles
    Test number
    143408162766
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Wishbone rear bush splitting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin low both sides (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass47,551 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    439447555011
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on

  18. Fail47,551 miles (+3,579)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    247245055017
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on

  19. Pass43,972 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,972 miles
    Test number
    665950754027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    976551953086
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail39,126 miles (+5,917)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    495811553032
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass33,209 miles (+4,500)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,209 miles
    Test number
    188366942483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,709 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    977622051010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,392 miles (+7,529)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,392 miles
    Test number
    212023250023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,863 miles
    Test number
    934452249006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MLT 442

What vehicle is registration MLT 442 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MLT 442 on a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Dec 2005. 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 MLT 442 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MLT 442 is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on MLT 442?
The MOT on MLT 442 is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MLT 442 done?
MLT 442 was recorded at 109,186 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 5,440 miles a year.
Has MLT 442 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MLT 442 has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on MLT 442 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 MLT 442 find?
MLT 442 passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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