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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

T12 DCHMOT history

T12 DCH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 135,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
135,311 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 DCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 DCH was last recorded at 135,311 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,174 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
3,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,311 miles
  • 2023 – 135,174 miles
  • 2022 – 133,008 miles
  • 2021 – 126,783 miles
  • 2019 – 114,367 miles
  • 2018 – 112,670 miles
  • 2017 – 110,811 miles
  • 2016 – 108,641 miles
  • 2015 – 105,977 miles
  • 2014 – 103,478 miles
  • 2013 – 101,012 miles
  • 2012 – 98,222 miles
  • 2011 – 95,203 miles
  • 2010 – 91,784 miles
  • 2009 – 88,839 miles
  • 2008 – 68,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,311 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Splits in sidewalls of both front tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brake pad low lining light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,311 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    135,311 miles
    Test number
    514623972980
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass135,174 miles (+2,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,174 miles
    Test number
    473883466195
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,008 miles (+6,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,008 miles
    Test number
    545778345921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,783 miles (+12,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    126,783 miles
    Test number
    557529816187
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass114,367 miles (+1,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,367 miles
    Test number
    378466373496
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  6. Pass112,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    431293288170
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail112,670 miles (+1,859)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    681573101325
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass110,811 miles (+2,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    110,811 miles
    Test number
    384692428815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass108,641 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,641 miles
    Test number
    475852173413
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency 17%
    • AdvisorySplits in sidewalls of both front tyres

  10. Fail108,600 miles (+2,623)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,600 miles
    Test number
    500318565216
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySplits in sidewalls of both front tyres

  11. Pass105,977 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    105,977 miles
    Test number
    723168352333
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad low lining light on
    • AdvisoryCut on sidewall of n/s front tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Fail105,972 miles (+2,494)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,972 miles
    Test number
    207877639193
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad low lining light on
    • AdvisoryCut on sidewall of n/s front tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass103,478 miles (+2,466)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,478 miles
    Test number
    788361154395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad low lining light on

  14. Pass101,012 miles (+2,790)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    101,012 miles
    Test number
    546463953362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • Note2 rear tyres wearing on inner shoulders
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split

  15. Pass98,222 miles (+3,019)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,222 miles
    Test number
    129135252392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass95,203 miles (+3,419)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    95,203 miles
    Test number
    129116751388
    • Note2 front tyres wearing slightly on inner shoulders

  17. Pass91,784 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    91,784 miles
    Test number
    273449540363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,839 miles (+20,536)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    88,839 miles
    Test number
    110995439373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,303 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,303 miles
    Test number
    620683588198
    • 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)
    • NoteDrivers seat back in very laid back position [not moveable]

Questions about T12 DCH

Does T12 DCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 DCH is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 DCH?
The MOT on T12 DCH is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 DCH done?
T12 DCH was recorded at 135,311 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 3,735 miles a year.
Has T12 DCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 DCH has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T12 DCH 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 T12 DCH find?
T12 DCH passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all, and 1 more.

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