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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

T100 PABMOT history

T100 PAB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
157,033 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T100 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T100 PAB was last recorded at 157,033 miles on 2 Oct 2025, 609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,424 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
609 miles
Average per year
6,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,033 miles
  • 2024 – 156,424 miles
  • 2023 – 152,549 miles
  • 2022 – 147,463 miles
  • 2021 – 142,901 miles
  • 2020 – 138,605 miles
  • 2019 – 133,785 miles
  • 2018 – 129,572 miles
  • 2017 – 115,051 miles
  • 2016 – 107,984 miles
  • 2015 – 95,524 miles
  • 2014 – 91,689 miles
  • 2013 – 88,716 miles
  • 2012 – 80,722 miles
  • 2011 – 70,982 miles
  • 2010 – 58,478 miles
  • 2009 – 46,006 miles
  • 2008 – 33,845 miles
  • 2007 – 31,676 miles
  • 2006 – 27,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,033 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,033 miles (+609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    157,033 miles
    Test number
    138265847071
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass156,424 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,424 miles
    Test number
    431051003072
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides, also corroded (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail156,422 miles (+3,873)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,422 miles
    Test number
    895465953347
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both O/S and N/S Shocker top mounts corroded, not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both O/S and N/S Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass152,549 miles (+5,086)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    152,549 miles
    Test number
    936769494159
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocker top mounts corroded, not seriously weekend

  5. Pass147,463 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,463 miles
    Test number
    676954225084
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail147,463 miles (+4,562)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,463 miles
    Test number
    448338179531
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass142,901 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,901 miles
    Test number
    990531260726
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail142,891 miles (+4,286)1 dangerous1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,891 miles
    Test number
    654921297964
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass138,605 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    138,605 miles
    Test number
    970939030011
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around rear suspension diff area.

  10. Fail138,604 miles (+4,819)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,604 miles
    Test number
    525146284175
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around rear suspension diff area.

  11. Pass133,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    133,785 miles
    Test number
    193034329440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around the rear diff but not effecting any components

  12. Fail133,785 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,785 miles
    Test number
    685853851904
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover loose
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around the rear diff but not effecting any components

  13. Fail133,785 miles (+4,213)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,785 miles
    Test number
    325479702681
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover loose
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around the rear diff but not effecting any components

  14. Pass129,572 miles (+14,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,572 miles
    Test number
    311938747049
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass115,051 miles (+7,067)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,051 miles
    Test number
    640123591531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,984 miles (+12,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,984 miles
    Test number
    360596277391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass95,524 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    887240085112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,689 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,689 miles
    Test number
    889542974174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,716 miles (+7,994)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,716 miles
    Test number
    358329143125
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge!

  20. Pass80,722 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,722 miles
    Test number
    256571282426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail80,721 miles (+9,739)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,721 miles
    Test number
    907060882181
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass70,982 miles (+12,504)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,982 miles
    Test number
    976361771166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePower steering drive belt starting to crack

  23. Pass58,478 miles (+12,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,478 miles
    Test number
    741459670175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass46,006 miles (+12,161)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    213265879443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,845 miles (+2,169)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,845 miles
    Test number
    443859758186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteLarge cut in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply/cords

  26. Pass31,676 miles (+4,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,676 miles
    Test number
    463007837189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass27,274 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,274 miles
    Test number
    283204766426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail27,229 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,229 miles
    Test number
    680623266128
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to front number plate

Questions about T100 PAB

Does T100 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T100 PAB expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T100 PAB?
The MOT on T100 PAB expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T100 PAB done?
T100 PAB was recorded at 157,033 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2025, an average of 6,723 miles a year.
Has T100 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T100 PAB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T100 PAB 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 T100 PAB find?
T100 PAB passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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