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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

T12 HEXMOT history

T12 HEX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,629 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 HEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 HEX was last recorded at 85,629 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2013: 33,167 miles, lower than 38,840 miles on 6 Aug 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
83,394 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,235 miles
Average per year
4,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,629 miles
  • 2025 – 83,394 miles
  • 2024 – 80,766 miles
  • 2023 – 79,086 miles
  • 2022 – 76,643 miles
  • 2021 – 70,824 miles
  • 2020 – 57,854 miles
  • 2018 – 46,267 miles
  • 2017 – 42,826 miles
  • 2014 – 42,157 miles
  • 2013 – 33,167 miles
  • 2012 – 38,840 miles
  • 2011 – 28,173 miles
  • 2010 – 18,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,629 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,629 miles (+2,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    482971358476
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass83,394 miles (+2,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,394 miles
    Test number
    826425568510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass80,766 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,766 miles
    Test number
    361616340969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail80,759 miles (+1,673)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    183683050390
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached ball joint fitting (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass79,086 miles (+2,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,086 miles
    Test number
    389131728312
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.
    • AdvisoryMetal sections of brake pipe running up by fuel tank on the n/s showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNail o/s/f tyre (possible puncture)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shock top dust cover come adrift and fallen down.

  6. Pass76,643 miles (+5,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,643 miles
    Test number
    122315085117
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.
    • AdvisoryMetal sections of brake pipe running up by fuel tank showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r number plate light not working (bulb holder corroded)

  7. Pass70,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    263009168771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,824 miles (+12,970)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    137324722555
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass57,854 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    300314237346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play to o/s steering rack inner joint

  10. Fail57,854 miles (+11,587)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    456454085342
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play to o/s steering rack inner joint

  11. Pass46,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,267 miles
    Test number
    198891627092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,267 miles (+3,441)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,267 miles
    Test number
    130511431353
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass42,826 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    42,826 miles
    Test number
    442698339248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,601 miles (+444)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,601 miles
    Test number
    627065873714
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres out of shape
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded

  15. Pass42,157 miles (+8,990)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,157 miles
    Test number
    125333234215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,167 miles
    Test number
    195913613226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    335730213401
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteNo mileage showing
    • NoteRev counter not working

  18. Pass38,840 miles (+10,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,840 miles
    Test number
    515659912285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass28,173 miles (+9,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,173 miles
    Test number
    436066201248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,818 miles
    Test number
    861976430206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T12 HEX

Does T12 HEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 HEX is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 HEX?
The MOT on T12 HEX is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 HEX done?
T12 HEX was recorded at 85,629 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,189 miles a year.
Has T12 HEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 HEX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T12 HEX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T12 HEX find?
T12 HEX passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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