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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

T13 DCMMOT history

T13 DCM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,082 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 DCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T13 DCM was last recorded at 78,082 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,082 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,082 miles
  • 2024 – 77,930 miles
  • 2023 – 77,397 miles
  • 2021 – 76,828 miles
  • 2020 – 76,466 miles
  • 2019 – 75,904 miles
  • 2017 – 75,432 miles
  • 2016 – 75,003 miles
  • 2015 – 73,992 miles
  • 2014 – 72,581 miles
  • 2013 – 68,609 miles
  • 2012 – 62,100 miles
  • 2011 – 57,992 miles
  • 2010 – 52,369 miles
  • 2009 – 46,931 miles
  • 2008 – 40,105 miles
  • 2007 – 32,174 miles
  • 2006 – 23,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,082 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,082 miles
    Test number
    861871223521
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail78,082 miles (+4)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,082 miles
    Test number
    442319810927
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail78,078 miles (+148)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    616887902706
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed overheated during emissions test. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass77,930 miles (+533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,930 miles
    Test number
    359925091962
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

  5. Pass77,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,397 miles
    Test number
    105513640700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,397 miles (+569)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,397 miles
    Test number
    790819850805
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  7. Pass76,828 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,828 miles
    Test number
    387747251525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,466 miles
    Test number
    516219201203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,466 miles (+562)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,466 miles
    Test number
    123097700841
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides rear (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

  10. Pass75,904 miles (+472)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,904 miles
    Test number
    171810469094
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets requirements

  11. Pass75,432 miles (+429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,432 miles
    Test number
    976046003856
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn, scored and pitted

  12. Pass75,003 miles (+1,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    373131379382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass73,992 miles (+1,411)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,992 miles
    Test number
    616065055172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml on

  14. Pass72,581 miles (+3,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,581 miles
    Test number
    836340334163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass68,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    317573103152
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail68,609 miles (+6,509)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    695233903145
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass62,100 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,100 miles
    Test number
    277456872084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,992 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,992 miles
    Test number
    196124791004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,989 miles (+5,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,989 miles
    Test number
    656371091088
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass52,369 miles (+5,438)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    313985870035
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre split sidewall

  21. Pass46,931 miles (+6,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,931 miles
    Test number
    960120649049
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail40,105 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,105 miles
    Test number
    473245548040
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass40,105 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,105 miles
    Test number
    504275048070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,071 miles (+7,897)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,071 miles
    Test number
    942042748000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,174 miles (+8,845)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,174 miles
    Test number
    130999817438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    23,329 miles
    Test number
    181553536432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,324 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,324 miles
    Test number
    842753336090
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T13 DCM

Does T13 DCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T13 DCM is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T13 DCM?
The MOT on T13 DCM is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T13 DCM done?
T13 DCM was recorded at 78,082 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 2,651 miles a year.
Has T13 DCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 DCM has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T13 DCM 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 T13 DCM find?
T13 DCM passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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