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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

T12 MLGMOT history

T12 MLG is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 2 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
108,363 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 MLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T12 MLG was last recorded at 108,363 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,290 miles · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
3,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,363 miles
  • 2024 – 108,290 miles
  • 2023 – 108,197 miles
  • 2022 – 108,004 miles
  • 2020 – 107,540 miles
  • 2019 – 106,943 miles
  • 2018 – 105,870 miles
  • 2017 – 104,509 miles
  • 2016 – 103,379 miles
  • 2015 – 101,763 miles
  • 2014 – 97,299 miles
  • 2013 – 84,045 miles
  • 2012 – 77,034 miles
  • 2011 – 70,085 miles
  • 2010 – 62,215 miles
  • 2009 – 52,411 miles
  • 2008 – 46,056 miles
  • 2007 – 41,490 miles
  • 2006 – 32,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,363 miles
  • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken Offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Offside (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorService brake excessively binding Nearside front (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,363 miles (+73)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,363 miles
    Test number
    440822755638
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken Offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding Nearside front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass108,290 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,290 miles
    Test number
    940737715137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass108,197 miles (+193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,197 miles
    Test number
    276901062397
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,004 miles (+464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,004 miles
    Test number
    484531079856
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass107,540 miles (+597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    747103742319
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass106,943 miles (+1,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,943 miles
    Test number
    582682452817
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass105,870 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,870 miles
    Test number
    414813313011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,864 miles (+1,355)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,864 miles
    Test number
    504856342050
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake binding Offside (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass104,509 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    389036206236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,379 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    191674942126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    117510745124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail101,763 miles (+4,464)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    917178135123
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass97,299 miles (+13,254)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    97,299 miles
    Test number
    397093684474
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer starting to crack/perish
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has damage to outer sidewall

  14. Pass84,045 miles (+7,011)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,045 miles
    Test number
    918766753253
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriated

  15. Pass77,034 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    346984762423
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front headlight adjuster broken on offside front lower arm
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  16. Fail77,034 miles (+6,949)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    718184062209
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front headlight adjuster broken on offside front lower arm
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  17. Pass70,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,085 miles
    Test number
    915757671297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,085 miles (+7,870)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,085 miles
    Test number
    256643071253
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass62,215 miles (+9,804)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,215 miles
    Test number
    871610670239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,411 miles (+6,355)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    672183159288
    • NoteSlight cuts in both front tyre walls
    • NoteSlight wear on front brake discs

  21. Pass46,056 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,056 miles
    Test number
    313338768424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,490 miles (+8,686)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,490 miles
    Test number
    590149797197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,804 miles
    Test number
    100180606255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T12 MLG

Does T12 MLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 MLG expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 MLG?
The MOT on T12 MLG expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 MLG done?
T12 MLG was recorded at 108,363 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 3,759 miles a year.
Has T12 MLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 MLG has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T12 MLG 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 MLG find?
T12 MLG failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: coil spring fractured or broken offside front; headlamp aim too low offside; horn not working, and 2 more.

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