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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

T12 ULOMOT history

T12 ULO is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
143,041 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 ULO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 ULO was last recorded at 143,041 miles on 27 Apr 2022, 6,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,627 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,414 miles
Average per year
7,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,041 miles
  • 2021 – 136,627 miles
  • 2020 – 134,603 miles
  • 2019 – 131,467 miles
  • 2018 – 126,642 miles
  • 2017 – 122,101 miles
  • 2016 – 114,500 miles
  • 2015 – 106,437 miles
  • 2014 – 98,810 miles
  • 2013 – 91,744 miles
  • 2012 – 87,431 miles
  • 2011 – 81,264 miles
  • 2010 – 68,651 miles
  • 2009 – 64,357 miles
  • 2008 – 57,300 miles
  • 2007 – 43,365 miles
  • 2006 – 27,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,041 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,041 miles (+6,414)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,041 miles
    Test number
    827462674707
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass136,627 miles (+2,024)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,627 miles
    Test number
    131807470647
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,603 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,603 miles
    Test number
    121733614833
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail134,603 miles (+3,136)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,603 miles
    Test number
    625210772815
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass131,467 miles (+4,825)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,467 miles
    Test number
    806234399013
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,642 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    126,642 miles
    Test number
    423709543119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,101 miles
    Test number
    768711989202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,101 miles (+7,601)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,101 miles
    Test number
    995960380966
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass114,500 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,500 miles
    Test number
    163360784037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail114,495 miles (+8,058)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,495 miles
    Test number
    291824456784
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass106,437 miles (+7,627)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,437 miles
    Test number
    977100075059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,810 miles (+7,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,810 miles
    Test number
    988525264081
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass91,744 miles (+4,313)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,744 miles
    Test number
    239852773053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,431 miles
    Test number
    368392772083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,431 miles (+6,167)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,431 miles
    Test number
    407262372045
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass81,264 miles (+12,613)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    156600771441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,651 miles
    Test number
    622439040024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,651 miles (+4,294)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,651 miles
    Test number
    532136840035
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass64,357 miles (+7,057)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,357 miles
    Test number
    101225369027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,300 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    383403668049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass57,300 miles (+13,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    921133268012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,365 miles (+16,137)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,365 miles
    Test number
    482220067012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front wheel slightly damaged

  23. Pass27,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,228 miles
    Test number
    100521166424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T12 ULO

Does T12 ULO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 ULO expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 ULO?
The MOT on T12 ULO expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 ULO done?
T12 ULO was recorded at 143,041 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2022, an average of 7,170 miles a year.
Has T12 ULO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 ULO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T12 ULO 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 ULO find?
T12 ULO passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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