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Blue · Diesel · 2006

T123 VAWMOT history

T123 VAW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2024
Mileage
122,084 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T123 VAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T123 VAW was last recorded at 122,084 miles on 12 Aug 2023, 1,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,025 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,059 miles
Average per year
7,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,084 miles
  • 2022 – 121,025 miles
  • 2021 – 98,007 miles
  • 2020 – 96,227 miles
  • 2019 – 91,560 miles
  • 2018 – 84,257 miles
  • 2017 – 76,975 miles
  • 2016 – 68,770 miles
  • 2015 – 60,443 miles
  • 2014 – 52,145 miles
  • 2013 – 47,717 miles
  • 2012 – 40,799 miles
  • 2011 – 34,704 miles
  • 2010 – 29,080 miles
  • 2009 – 22,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,084 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,084 miles (+1,059)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,084 miles
    Test number
    748679994423
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass121,025 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,025 miles
    Test number
    680331502998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail121,020 miles (+23,013)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,020 miles
    Test number
    530882231949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass98,007 miles (+1,780)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,007 miles
    Test number
    729818017063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,227 miles (+4,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    537782469199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass91,560 miles (+7,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    794183493022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass84,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,257 miles
    Test number
    747848648903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,256 miles (+7,281)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,256 miles
    Test number
    959740517256
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass76,975 miles (+8,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    854667265540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,770 miles (+8,327)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,770 miles
    Test number
    698968520014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,443 miles (+8,298)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,443 miles
    Test number
    849422615265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,145 miles
    Test number
    379536304475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,145 miles (+4,428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,145 miles
    Test number
    118446704272
    • 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)

  14. Pass47,717 miles (+6,918)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    219563113296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,799 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,799 miles
    Test number
    597381902217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,704 miles (+5,624)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,704 miles
    Test number
    205982691176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,080 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,080 miles
    Test number
    530815590123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,068 miles
    Test number
    744434129299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T123 VAW

Does T123 VAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T123 VAW expired on 11 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T123 VAW?
The MOT on T123 VAW expired on 11 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T123 VAW done?
T123 VAW was recorded at 122,084 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2023, an average of 7,145 miles a year.
Has T123 VAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T123 VAW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T123 VAW 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 T123 VAW find?
T123 VAW passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear outer position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arm front bushes, and 2 more.

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