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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

RTR 325MOT history

RTR 325 is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

RTR 325 blue 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 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,394 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RTR 325
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RTR 325 was last recorded at 127,394 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,364 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
3,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,394 miles
  • 2025 – 125,364 miles
  • 2024 – 123,567 miles
  • 2023 – 121,251 miles
  • 2022 – 118,691 miles
  • 2021 – 116,888 miles
  • 2020 – 114,740 miles
  • 2019 – 112,522 miles
  • 2018 – 109,770 miles
  • 2017 – 106,380 miles
  • 2016 – 103,790 miles
  • 2015 – 101,950 miles
  • 2014 – 99,149 miles
  • 2013 – 97,379 miles
  • 2012 – 94,920 miles
  • 2011 – 89,270 miles
  • 2010 – 84,351 miles
  • 2009 – 79,766 miles
  • 2008 – 74,872 miles
  • 2007 – 67,375 miles
  • 2006 – 60,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,394 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
  • AdvisoryPlay in the steering.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front both tyres wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • All 4 wheels badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,394 miles (+2,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,394 miles
    Test number
    736413937807
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryPlay in the steering.

  2. Pass125,364 miles (+1,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    125,364 miles
    Test number
    344684738117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,567 miles (+2,316)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    123,567 miles
    Test number
    454231164004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,251 miles (+2,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,251 miles
    Test number
    877650941386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass118,691 miles (+1,803)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,691 miles
    Test number
    483219658518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush / close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shock cover inscure (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush / close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,888 miles (+2,148)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    368576960017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,740 miles (+2,218)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,740 miles
    Test number
    763066960986
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Pass112,522 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    649940188807
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels badly corroded

  9. Fail112,522 miles (+2,752)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    444125715265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components arm (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components arm (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels badly corroded

  10. Pass109,770 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    745840787464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre sidewall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre sidewall cut

  11. Fail109,763 miles (+3,383)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,763 miles
    Test number
    982096513793
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre sidewall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre sidewall cut

  12. Pass106,380 miles (+2,590)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,380 miles
    Test number
    402420908106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner sidewall damaged but no signs of cords or ply being exposed
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp illuminated

  13. Pass103,790 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,790 miles
    Test number
    770709836391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner sidewall has a deep cut no cords or ply exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alloy wheel inner side damaged but not weakened
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp illuminated

  14. Fail103,790 miles (+1,840)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,790 miles
    Test number
    627424731682
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner sidewall has a deep cut no cords or ply exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alloy wheel inner side damaged but not weakened
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp illuminated

  15. Pass101,950 miles (+2,801)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,950 miles
    Test number
    562479607514
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt anti roll bar stabilizer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has deep cuts on inner sidewall no cords or ply exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel damaged but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded

  16. Pass99,149 miles (+1,770)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,149 miles
    Test number
    958056914395
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteCenter high level brake light out

  17. Pass97,379 miles (+2,459)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,379 miles
    Test number
    497050323450
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail94,920 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,920 miles
    Test number
    405999012308
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working (unsure if connected)

  19. Pass94,920 miles (+5,650)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    94,920 miles
    Test number
    797219912395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working (unsure if connected)

  20. Pass89,270 miles (+4,919)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    89,270 miles
    Test number
    336799911338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,351 miles (+4,585)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,351 miles
    Test number
    114353360280
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFRONT TRACKCONTROL ARMS RUBBER BUSHES SPLIT
    • NoteO/S/F SEAT BELT RETACTING MECHANISM SLOW
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminat

  22. Pass79,766 miles (+4,894)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,766 miles
    Test number
    454151459222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront no.plate damaged and faded but still easy to read

  23. Pass74,872 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    761076478219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to delaminat

  24. Fail74,872 miles (+7,497)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    524736178254
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to delaminat

  25. Pass67,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,375 miles
    Test number
    283819287282
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail67,375 miles (+7,104)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,375 miles
    Test number
    290609487247
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail60,271 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,271 miles
    Test number
    290849066251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,271 miles
    Test number
    850659566239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about RTR 325

What vehicle is registration RTR 325 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RTR 325 on a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2001. 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 RTR 325 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RTR 325 is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on RTR 325?
The MOT on RTR 325 is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RTR 325 done?
RTR 325 was recorded at 127,394 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,347 miles a year.
Has RTR 325 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RTR 325 has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on RTR 325 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 RTR 325 find?
RTR 325 passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: engine oil leaks.; play in the steering..

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