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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T173 VWCMOT history

T173 VWC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,504 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 VWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 VWC was last recorded at 81,504 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,959 miles · 5 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
545 miles
Average per year
1,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,504 miles
  • 2023 – 80,959 miles
  • 2022 – 78,308 miles
  • 2021 – 75,092 miles
  • 2020 – 71,764 miles
  • 2019 – 70,395 miles
  • 2018 – 69,680 miles
  • 2017 – 68,107 miles
  • 2016 – 67,256 miles
  • 2015 – 65,723 miles
  • 2014 – 63,593 miles
  • 2013 – 62,369 miles
  • 2012 – 58,921 miles
  • 2011 – 56,745 miles
  • 2010 – 55,365 miles
  • 2009 – 54,627 miles
  • 2008 – 53,399 miles
  • 2007 – 52,299 miles
  • 2006 – 50,966 miles
  • 2005 – 49,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,504 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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Corrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,504 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,504 miles
    Test number
    821035098349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,959 miles (+2,651)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,959 miles
    Test number
    619229327865
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryMinor deterioration to O/F and N/F lower suspension arm - Rear bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Condensation in headlamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Minor cracking to inner sidewall of tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,308 miles (+3,216)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,308 miles
    Test number
    982032033828
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Outer Skin Corroroed

  4. Pass75,092 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    481130160105
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise outer skin of rear exhaust box corroded

  5. Fail75,092 miles (+3,328)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    485259883866
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise outer skin of rear exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass71,764 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    991985654192
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of rear exhaust box has corroded through

  7. Fail71,764 miles (+1,369)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    225773524803
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of rear exhaust box has corroded through

  8. Pass70,395 miles (+715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,395 miles
    Test number
    720094397128
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded through

  9. Pass69,680 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,680 miles
    Test number
    261211178483
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front of engine; slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone bushes; very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades starting to deteriorate

  10. Fail69,680 miles (+1,573)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,680 miles
    Test number
    870109956962
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front of engine; slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone bushes; very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades starting to deteriorate

  11. Pass68,107 miles (+851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,107 miles
    Test number
    436966866208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson Strut Top Mount Rubber Slightly Cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak Front Engine
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Outer Skin Corroded

  12. Pass67,256 miles (+1,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    853933502097
    • AdvisoryExhaust System has Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top Suspension Slight Cracking

  13. Pass65,723 miles (+2,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,723 miles
    Test number
    629759288026
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Borderline (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Borderline (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass63,593 miles (+1,224)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    808008204372
    • NoteAdvise condition of rear exhaust box

  15. Pass62,369 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    976028093282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,921 miles (+2,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,921 miles
    Test number
    738487192250
    • NoteSlight deterioration to rear exhaust box

  17. Pass56,745 miles (+1,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,745 miles
    Test number
    356340691209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass55,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,365 miles
    Test number
    401170800414
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail55,363 miles (+736)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    213290800395
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass54,627 miles (+1,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,627 miles
    Test number
    711739399285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass53,399 miles (+1,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    250278698261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Pass52,299 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,299 miles
    Test number
    480947297219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,966 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    302402596467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    49,325 miles
    Test number
    993773095244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T173 VWC

Does T173 VWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T173 VWC is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T173 VWC?
The MOT on T173 VWC is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T173 VWC done?
T173 VWC was recorded at 81,504 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,549 miles a year.
Has T173 VWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 VWC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T173 VWC 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 T173 VWC find?
T173 VWC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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