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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

T12 GDCMOT history

T12 GDC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
147,697 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 GDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T12 GDC was last recorded at 147,697 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 2,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,463 miles · 20 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,234 miles
Average per year
6,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,697 miles
  • 2023 – 145,463 miles
  • 2022 – 143,793 miles
  • 2021 – 141,983 miles
  • 2020 – 139,442 miles
  • 2019 – 135,230 miles
  • 2018 – 132,076 miles
  • 2017 – 126,762 miles
  • 2016 – 123,535 miles
  • 2015 – 121,045 miles
  • 2014 – 119,171 miles
  • 2013 – 119,057 miles
  • 2012 – 108,117 miles
  • 2011 – 91,085 miles
  • 2010 – 74,834 miles
  • 2009 – 51,098 miles
  • 2008 – 36,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,697 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed cars expansion tank exploded on 2nd fast idle test of full bet test..coolant and steam everywhere.. stopped test at that point.. car co was too high and also lambda (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at fuel tank end at the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Tpms light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear tyre sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nsf fog lamp inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail147,697 miles (+2,234)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,697 miles
    Test number
    327028577791
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed cars expansion tank exploded on 2nd fast idle test of full bet test..coolant and steam everywhere.. stopped test at that point.. car co was too high and also lambda (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at fuel tank end at the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,463 miles (+1,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    145,463 miles
    Test number
    913162675066
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  3. Pass143,793 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,793 miles
    Test number
    176470845110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail143,781 miles (+1,798)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,781 miles
    Test number
    133046606973
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,983 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,983 miles
    Test number
    212601628251
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Fail141,962 miles (+2,520)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,962 miles
    Test number
    731955706441
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  7. Pass139,442 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,442 miles
    Test number
    742015754582
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre side wall scrubbing off
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre side wall scrubbing off
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake disc's
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake disc's

  8. Fail139,442 miles (+4,212)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,442 miles
    Test number
    258528313405
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive white smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre side wall scrubbing off
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre side wall scrubbing off
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake disc's
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake disc's
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  9. Pass135,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,230 miles
    Test number
    424947996835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail135,230 miles (+3,154)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,230 miles
    Test number
    104036086783
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,076 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,076 miles
    Test number
    587591972193
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer cv boot is perished
    • AdvisoryOil residue on the engine
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  12. Fail132,076 miles (+5,314)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,076 miles
    Test number
    488076607055
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer cv boot is perished
    • AdvisoryOil residue on the engine
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  13. Pass126,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    126,762 miles
    Test number
    937172336054
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front wishbones rear bushers

  14. Fail126,762 miles (+3,227)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,762 miles
    Test number
    338702065433
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front wishbones rear bushers

  15. Pass123,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,535 miles
    Test number
    986446636945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail123,535 miles (+2,490)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,535 miles
    Test number
    281368536152
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass121,045 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,045 miles
    Test number
    737596545157
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Fail121,045 miles (+1,874)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,045 miles
    Test number
    837676245196
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  19. Pass119,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    119,171 miles
    Test number
    486504334166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,171 miles (+114)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,171 miles
    Test number
    925067504176
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  21. Pass119,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,057 miles
    Test number
    455467603213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail119,057 miles (+10,940)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,057 miles
    Test number
    305890903429
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Pass108,117 miles (+17,032)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    108,117 miles
    Test number
    389372822183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass91,085 miles (+16,251)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,085 miles
    Test number
    658089101190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,834 miles (+382)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,834 miles
    Test number
    264461210495
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play front wishbone bushes

  26. Fail74,452 miles (+23,354)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,452 miles
    Test number
    754244000150
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play front wishbone bushes

  27. Pass51,098 miles (+14,229)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,098 miles
    Test number
    563023889020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear disc pads worn low

  28. Pass36,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,869 miles
    Test number
    511729878008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T12 GDC

Does T12 GDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 GDC expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 GDC?
The MOT on T12 GDC expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 GDC done?
T12 GDC was recorded at 147,697 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 6,654 miles a year.
Has T12 GDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 GDC has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T12 GDC 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 GDC find?
T12 GDC failed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed cars expansion tank exploded on 2nd fast idle test of full bet test..coolant and steam everywhere.. stopped test at that point.. car co was too high and also lambda; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split, and 6 more.

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