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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

T18 SKLMOT history

T18 SKL is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 139,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,099 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 SKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 SKL was last recorded at 139,099 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,099 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,099 miles
  • 2025 – 139,044 miles
  • 2023 – 138,900 miles
  • 2021 – 137,681 miles
  • 2018 – 122,795 miles
  • 2017 – 107,069 miles
  • 2016 – 90,955 miles
  • 2015 – 80,058 miles
  • 2014 – 65,874 miles
  • 2013 – 61,102 miles
  • 2012 – 56,530 miles
  • 2011 – 51,878 miles
  • 2010 – 48,230 miles
  • 2009 – 45,161 miles
  • 2008 – 39,403 miles
  • 2007 – 29,520 miles
  • 2006 – 17,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,099 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Both shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,099 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,099 miles
    Test number
    395136037759
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail139,099 miles (+55)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,099 miles
    Test number
    917850698322
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,044 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,044 miles
    Test number
    140671330573
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail139,038 miles (+138)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,038 miles
    Test number
    827777917294
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass138,900 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,900 miles
    Test number
    577694034168
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  6. Fail138,899 miles (+1,218)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,899 miles
    Test number
    788355139878
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  7. Pass137,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    137,681 miles
    Test number
    728761713741
    • Advisory2 chips in windscreen out side drivers view of the road,
    • AdvisoryM I L light on ( 1/7/2003 onwards )

  8. Fail137,681 miles (+14,886)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,681 miles
    Test number
    175129598135
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Advisory2 chips in windscreen out side drivers view of the road,
    • AdvisoryM I L light on ( 1/7/2003 onwards )

  9. Pass122,795 miles (+1,021)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,795 miles
    Test number
    184680973617
    • AdvisoryAdvise noisy power steering
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail121,774 miles (+14,705)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,774 miles
    Test number
    863903852754
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAdvise bad engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine management light is on
    • AdvisoryAdvise noisy power steering
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside front wheel arch is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass107,069 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,069 miles
    Test number
    429948857451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail107,069 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,069 miles
    Test number
    777808145407
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass90,955 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,955 km
    Test number
    766434467849
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers have poor damping effort

  14. Fail90,955 miles (+10,897)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    267273094015
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers have poor damping effort

  15. Pass80,058 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,058 miles
    Test number
    945941195018
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail80,053 miles (+14,179)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,053 miles
    Test number
    615370295011
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass65,874 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,874 miles
    Test number
    496436014069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail65,873 miles (+4,771)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,873 miles
    Test number
    986236514020
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass61,102 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,102 miles
    Test number
    716429623031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,040 miles (+4,510)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,040 miles
    Test number
    258484223022
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass56,530 miles (+4,652)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,530 miles
    Test number
    916322132067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass51,878 miles (+3,648)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    408948831021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,230 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,230 miles
    Test number
    450076840040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,161 miles (+5,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,161 miles
    Test number
    571559719227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,403 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    452478328230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to separate.

  26. Fail39,403 miles (+9,883)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    550888828260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to separate.

  27. Pass29,520 miles3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,520 miles
    Test number
    284224017255
    • DangerousN/S/R TYRE HAS CUT ON INNER EDGE NOT THROUGH TO PLY OR CORDS
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • DangerousO/S/R TYRE HAS CUT ON INNER EDGE NOT THROUGH TO CORDS OR PLY

  28. Fail29,520 miles (+11,609)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,520 miles
    Test number
    680733817281
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass17,911 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,911 miles
    Test number
    744749036039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail17,906 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,906 miles
    Test number
    122818836401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T18 SKL

Does T18 SKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 SKL is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 SKL?
The MOT on T18 SKL is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 SKL done?
T18 SKL was recorded at 139,099 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 5,943 miles a year.
Has T18 SKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 SKL has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 SKL 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 T18 SKL find?
T18 SKL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 6 more.

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