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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T172 RMHMOT history

T172 RMH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
145,851 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 RMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 RMH was last recorded at 145,851 miles on 13 Sept 2025, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,764 miles · 13 May 2023
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
2,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,851 miles
  • 2023 – 145,764 miles
  • 2021 – 145,092 miles
  • 2019 – 142,039 miles
  • 2018 – 138,829 miles
  • 2017 – 138,813 miles
  • 2016 – 131,966 miles
  • 2014 – 126,809 miles
  • 2013 – 123,699 miles
  • 2012 – 121,431 miles
  • 2011 – 119,349 miles
  • 2010 – 117,290 miles
  • 2009 – 116,179 miles
  • 2008 – 112,716 miles
  • 2007 – 110,201 miles
  • 2006 – 106,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,851 miles
  • AdvisoryFront underbody suspension components slightly corroded

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,851 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    145,851 miles
    Test number
    339651847792
    • AdvisoryFront underbody suspension components slightly corroded

  2. Pass145,764 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    145,764 miles
    Test number
    150844396617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass145,092 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,092 miles
    Test number
    351055688571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,039 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,039 miles
    Test number
    332107914990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,829 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    138,829 miles
    Test number
    539802986147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,813 miles (+6,847)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,813 miles
    Test number
    304157285894
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alloy bead rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight damaged outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  7. Pass131,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    131,966 miles
    Test number
    137867484855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,961 miles (+5,152)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,961 miles
    Test number
    149745900412
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a tyre fitted to a non-steerable driven axle is of a different type of structure from that fitted to another non-steerable driven axle (4.1.A.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSemaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)

  9. Pass126,809 miles (+3,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    126,809 miles
    Test number
    509677224273
    • 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)

  10. Pass123,699 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    749895023285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,431 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    121,431 miles
    Test number
    189258652116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,349 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    119,349 miles
    Test number
    897227961135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,347 miles (+2,057)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,347 miles
    Test number
    756411661168
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass117,290 miles (+20)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    191925050127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  15. Fail117,270 miles (+1,091)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,270 miles
    Test number
    632949840144
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Pass116,179 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    116,179 miles
    Test number
    214160859475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail116,179 miles (+3,463)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,179 miles
    Test number
    581160459120
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass112,716 miles (+2,515)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    112,716 miles
    Test number
    182038138198
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f fog light inop.

  19. Pass110,201 miles (+4,192)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    110,201 miles
    Test number
    280629937185
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAir bag light staying on.
    • NotePas pipe slightly wet.

  20. Pass106,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    422246036184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,009 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    593376836172
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T172 RMH

Does T172 RMH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 RMH expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 RMH?
The MOT on T172 RMH expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 RMH done?
T172 RMH was recorded at 145,851 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2025, an average of 2,061 miles a year.
Has T172 RMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 RMH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on T172 RMH 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 T172 RMH find?
T172 RMH passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: front underbody suspension components slightly corroded.

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