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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 2,793 cc

P922 TMXMOT history

P922 TMX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 267,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

P922 TMX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
267,687 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P922 TMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
8 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P922 TMX was last recorded at 267,687 miles on 8 May 2025, 2,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
265,261 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,426 miles
Average per year
8,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 267,687 miles
  • 2024 – 265,261 miles
  • 2023 – 261,135 miles
  • 2022 – 259,431 miles
  • 2020 – 257,174 miles
  • 2019 – 253,078 miles
  • 2018 – 240,512 miles
  • 2016 – 216,298 miles
  • 2015 – 202,116 miles
  • 2014 – 188,778 miles
  • 2013 – 177,512 miles
  • 2012 – 160,229 miles
  • 2010 – 150,621 miles
  • 2009 – 133,042 miles
  • 2008 – 120,167 miles
  • 2007 – 107,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,687 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,687 miles (+2,426)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    267,687 miles
    Test number
    481009187101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass265,261 miles (+200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    265,261 miles
    Test number
    287194682199
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail265,061 miles (+3,926)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,061 miles
    Test number
    606552108546
    • DangerousFront Engine mounting excessively loose n/s & o/s (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp lens seriously defective n/s & o/s (4.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass261,135 miles (+1,704)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    261,135 miles
    Test number
    748976763786
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight leak from catalytic converter joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point area substantial corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point area substantial corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass259,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    259,431 miles
    Test number
    755375401054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail259,430 miles (+2,256)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,430 miles
    Test number
    736215989187
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass257,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    257,174 miles
    Test number
    301649042317
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail257,174 miles (+4,096)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,174 miles
    Test number
    539850540542
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass253,078 miles (+3)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    253,078 miles
    Test number
    274428334630
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber sliding gland.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail253,075 miles (+12,563)7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,075 miles
    Test number
    905664281377
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber sliding gland.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass240,512 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    240,512 miles
    Test number
    681936475168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Fail240,446 miles (+24,148)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,446 miles
    Test number
    999837376524
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass216,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    216,298 miles
    Test number
    914436578111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail216,298 miles (+14,182)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,298 miles
    Test number
    475993858165
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass202,116 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    202,116 miles
    Test number
    508677205138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail202,116 miles (+13,338)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,116 miles
    Test number
    829397705110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail188,778 miles4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,778 miles
    Test number
    125953584468
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass188,778 miles (+11,266)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    188,778 miles
    Test number
    838863584074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass177,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    177,512 miles
    Test number
    709783553023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail177,512 miles (+17,283)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,512 miles
    Test number
    775903953099
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass160,229 miles (+9,608)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    160,229 miles
    Test number
    636267612029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass150,621 miles (+7,686)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    150,621 miles
    Test number
    904671050394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass142,935 miles (+27)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    142,935 miles
    Test number
    140921510010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  24. Fail142,908 miles (+9,866)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,908 miles
    Test number
    431299400064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  25. Pass133,042 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    133,042 miles
    Test number
    822619109017
    • NoteSCREEN DAMAGE IN LIMITS
    • NoteUNDER BODY REAR HEAT SHIELD IS LOOSE

  26. Fail133,042 miles (+12,875)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,042 miles
    Test number
    112519309012
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSCREEN DAMAGE IN LIMITS
    • NoteUNDER BODY REAR HEAT SHIELD IS LOOSE

  27. Pass120,167 miles (+12,209)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    120,167 miles
    Test number
    583338708094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorating.

  28. Pass107,958 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    107,958 miles
    Test number
    213091017095
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/ front head lamp has chip

  29. Fail107,957 miles5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,957 miles
    Test number
    274430817099
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/front haed lamp chipped.

Questions about P922 TMX

Does P922 TMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P922 TMX expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P922 TMX?
The MOT on P922 TMX expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P922 TMX done?
P922 TMX was recorded at 267,687 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 8,717 miles a year.
Has P922 TMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P922 TMX has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2024.
Has the mileage on P922 TMX 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 P922 TMX find?
P922 TMX passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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