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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T18 TNVMOT history

T18 TNV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,456 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 TNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 TNV was last recorded at 99,456 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 3,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,355 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,101 miles
Average per year
6,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,456 miles
  • 2025 – 96,355 miles
  • 2024 – 92,054 miles
  • 2023 – 88,661 miles
  • 2022 – 85,469 miles
  • 2021 – 83,806 miles
  • 2020 – 80,802 miles
  • 2019 – 76,105 miles
  • 2018 – 72,246 miles
  • 2017 – 56,173 miles
  • 2016 – 40,315 miles
  • 2015 – 30,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,456 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,456 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,456 miles
    Test number
    926391926676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail99,453 miles (+3,098)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    879033068927
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass96,355 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    96,355 miles
    Test number
    503143719937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,299 miles (+4,245)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,299 miles
    Test number
    389672573361
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass92,054 miles (+3,393)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,054 miles
    Test number
    952514474025
    • DangerousNearside Front Position light exchanged for an led bulb and is strobing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,661 miles (+3,192)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    539873890990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,469 miles (+1,663)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,469 miles
    Test number
    982665501169
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass83,806 miles (+713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,806 miles
    Test number
    453041676934
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail83,093 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    357297025420
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working tail lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,802 miles
    Test number
    222370753445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,802 miles (+4,697)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,802 miles
    Test number
    869566831743
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,105 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,105 miles
    Test number
    970360446809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,246 miles (+16,073)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,246 miles
    Test number
    402081056204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,173 miles (+15,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,173 miles
    Test number
    455085180073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering rack ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass40,315 miles (+9,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    922782850852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s wing mirror glass broken.

  16. Pass30,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,577 miles
    Test number
    119695185070
    • 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)

Questions about T18 TNV

Does T18 TNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 TNV is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 TNV?
The MOT on T18 TNV is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 TNV done?
T18 TNV was recorded at 99,456 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 6,269 miles a year.
Has T18 TNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 TNV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 TNV 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 TNV find?
T18 TNV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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