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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T12 RVYMOT history

T12 RVY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 102,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,659 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 RVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 RVY was last recorded at 102,659 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,611 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
6,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,659 miles
  • 2024 – 94,952 miles
  • 2023 – 85,394 miles
  • 2022 – 78,788 miles
  • 2021 – 73,415 miles
  • 2020 – 68,146 miles
  • 2019 – 61,045 miles
  • 2018 – 56,672 miles
  • 2017 – 51,706 miles
  • 2016 – 44,058 miles
  • 2015 – 36,302 miles
  • 2014 – 31,729 miles
  • 2013 – 26,210 miles
  • 2012 – 20,220 miles
  • 2011 – 14,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,659 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,659 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,659 miles
    Test number
    155008212037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,611 miles (+7,659)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    726403811491
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel both sides (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass94,952 miles (+9,558)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,952 miles
    Test number
    526691428278
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  4. Pass85,394 miles (+6,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    791182198190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,788 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,788 miles
    Test number
    554954564353
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail78,788 miles (+520)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,788 miles
    Test number
    306733879532
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,268 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,268 miles
    Test number
    104616960227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,266 miles (+4,851)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,266 miles
    Test number
    330435590477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass73,415 miles (+5,269)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    751869435321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,146 miles (+7,101)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,146 miles
    Test number
    502675779202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,045 miles (+4,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    381826707198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both - cracking and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible pipe deteriorated

  12. Pass56,672 miles (+4,966)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,672 miles
    Test number
    771297192119
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Pad Wear Sensor Wire Damaged Light on Dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Punctured
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Showing Signs of Heat Damage
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass51,706 miles (+7,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,706 miles
    Test number
    574581309855
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray cover fitted

  14. Pass44,058 miles (+7,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    381450202407
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  15. Pass36,302 miles (+4,573)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,302 miles
    Test number
    377237645037
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail31,729 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,729 miles
    Test number
    156193454044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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

  17. Pass31,729 miles (+5,519)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,729 miles
    Test number
    515043154059
    • 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

  18. Pass26,210 miles (+5,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,210 miles
    Test number
    999895663084
    • 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)

  19. Pass20,220 miles (+5,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,220 miles
    Test number
    306497642092
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass14,668 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,668 miles
    Test number
    916242781075
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T12 RVY

Does T12 RVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 RVY is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T12 RVY?
The MOT on T12 RVY is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 RVY done?
T12 RVY was recorded at 102,659 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 6,031 miles a year.
Has T12 RVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 RVY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T12 RVY 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 RVY find?
T12 RVY passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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