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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

T11 VVXMOT history

T11 VVX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,663 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T11 VVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T11 VVX was last recorded at 136,663 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 2,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,365 miles · 28 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,298 miles
Average per year
4,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,663 miles
  • 2025 – 134,365 miles
  • 2024 – 130,897 miles
  • 2023 – 128,369 miles
  • 2022 – 126,541 miles
  • 2021 – 123,119 miles
  • 2019 – 120,577 miles
  • 2018 – 117,755 miles
  • 2017 – 115,620 miles
  • 2016 – 113,059 miles
  • 2015 – 109,947 miles
  • 2014 – 107,776 miles
  • 2013 – 102,814 miles
  • 2012 – 98,846 miles
  • 2011 – 88,424 miles
  • 2010 – 77,345 miles
  • 2009 – 75,768 miles
  • 2008 – 72,877 miles
  • 2007 – 64,168 miles
  • 2006 – 52,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,663 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and Rear both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,663 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    489276645814
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and Rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail136,663 miles (+2,298)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    177568444583
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and Rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass134,365 miles (+3,468)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,365 miles
    Test number
    605095632006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass130,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,897 miles
    Test number
    673433810261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail130,897 miles (+2,528)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,897 miles
    Test number
    957776110238
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass128,369 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,369 miles
    Test number
    848769932932
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail128,368 miles (+1,827)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,368 miles
    Test number
    897557962680
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,541 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,541 miles
    Test number
    249778915613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail126,541 miles (+3,422)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,541 miles
    Test number
    285411193695
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,119 miles (+2,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,119 miles
    Test number
    741636951691
    • AdvisoryBoth front d bushes anti roll bar slightly worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on osf wing

  11. Pass120,577 miles (+2,822)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,577 miles
    Test number
    797981368154
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cuts on inner edge. not hitting ply cords.
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak.

  12. Pass117,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,755 miles
    Test number
    573741931338
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor.

  13. Fail117,755 miles (+2,135)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,755 miles
    Test number
    147886704627
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor.

  14. Pass115,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    586576851702
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail115,618 miles (+2,559)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,618 miles
    Test number
    809043434610
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass113,059 miles (+3,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,059 miles
    Test number
    944629186670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass109,947 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,947 miles
    Test number
    555545595114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail109,891 miles (+2,115)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,891 miles
    Test number
    595378185142
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass107,776 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,776 miles
    Test number
    839758284134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,764 miles (+4,950)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,764 miles
    Test number
    399770474107
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  21. Pass102,814 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    102,814 miles
    Test number
    508247593137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,807 miles (+3,961)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    157126693181
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass98,846 miles (+10,422)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,846 miles
    Test number
    186996192119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,424 miles
    Test number
    306082981140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,424 miles (+11,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,424 miles
    Test number
    987392181161
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass77,345 miles (+1,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,345 miles
    Test number
    262936570105
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  27. Fail75,768 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    302881439220
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass75,768 miles (+2,891)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    591391339234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,877 miles (+8,709)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,877 miles
    Test number
    110700848225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass64,168 miles (+11,496)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    64,168 miles
    Test number
    763136427362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    52,672 miles
    Test number
    993046406380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T11 VVX

Does T11 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T11 VVX is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T11 VVX?
The MOT on T11 VVX is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T11 VVX done?
T11 VVX was recorded at 136,663 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 4,266 miles a year.
Has T11 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T11 VVX has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T11 VVX 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 T11 VVX find?
T11 VVX passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 4 more.

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