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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T181 DCDMOT history

T181 DCD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 126,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
126,984 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 DCD
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
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 DCD was last recorded at 126,984 miles on 19 May 2026, 170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,814 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
170 miles
Average per year
3,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,984 miles
  • 2025 – 126,814 miles
  • 2024 – 126,570 miles
  • 2023 – 126,413 miles
  • 2022 – 124,704 miles
  • 2021 – 122,485 miles
  • 2020 – 121,250 miles
  • 2019 – 117,335 miles
  • 2018 – 112,581 miles
  • 2016 – 110,715 miles
  • 2015 – 103,305 miles
  • 2014 – 98,660 miles
  • 2013 – 92,208 miles
  • 2012 – 89,431 miles
  • 2010 – 79,439 miles
  • 2009 – 71,003 miles
  • 2008 – 58,439 miles
  • 2007 – 53,693 miles
  • 2006 – 53,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,984 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,984 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,984 miles
    Test number
    511046796524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,814 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    126,814 miles
    Test number
    336698467453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,570 miles (+157)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,570 miles
    Test number
    659606414838
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,413 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,413 miles
    Test number
    423657595099
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail126,413 miles (+1,709)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,413 miles
    Test number
    778250931334
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass124,704 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,704 miles
    Test number
    297178441229
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail124,703 miles (+2,218)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,703 miles
    Test number
    488165444545
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass122,485 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,485 miles
    Test number
    221609196035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail122,485 miles (+1,235)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,485 miles
    Test number
    667855664328
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass121,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,250 miles
    Test number
    169816357970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail121,250 miles (+3,915)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,250 miles
    Test number
    739770109764
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass117,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    117,335 miles
    Test number
    366160220622
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail117,335 miles (+4,754)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,335 miles
    Test number
    587817518374
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass112,581 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,581 miles
    Test number
    448422375021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail112,580 miles (+1,865)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,580 miles
    Test number
    726293263224
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass110,715 miles (+4,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    110,715 miles
    Test number
    475727256898
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass106,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,323 miles
    Test number
    139475158870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail106,323 miles (+3,018)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,323 miles
    Test number
    741185638616
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass103,305 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    867876905073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail103,305 miles (+4,645)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    995665105031
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass98,660 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    98,660 miles
    Test number
    415440414069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail98,640 miles (+6,432)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    205083404082
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  23. Pass92,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,208 miles
    Test number
    195008003097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail92,208 miles (+2,777)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,208 miles
    Test number
    299422303055
    • DangerousN/s front brake application causes fluctuation with brake reading on gauge.
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass89,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    89,431 miles
    Test number
    617074302084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail89,431 miles (+9,992)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,431 miles
    Test number
    807814602039
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass79,439 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,439 miles
    Test number
    282937850372
    • NotePlastic sill skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

  28. Fail79,439 miles (+8,436)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,439 miles
    Test number
    390606850337
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlastic sill skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

  29. Pass71,003 miles (+6,561)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,003 miles
    Test number
    901213169367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass64,442 miles (+6,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,442 miles
    Test number
    484512109002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass58,439 miles (+4,746)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    500762608091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,693 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,693 miles
    Test number
    134235907037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail53,579 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,579 miles
    Test number
    413461066351
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T181 DCD

Does T181 DCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T181 DCD is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T181 DCD?
The MOT on T181 DCD is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T181 DCD done?
T181 DCD was recorded at 126,984 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,785 miles a year.
Has T181 DCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 DCD has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T181 DCD 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 T181 DCD find?
T181 DCD passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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