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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

T20 AARMOT history

T20 AAR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,206 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 AAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 AAR was last recorded at 88,206 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 7,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,638 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,568 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,206 miles
  • 2025 – 80,638 miles
  • 2024 – 79,880 miles
  • 2023 – 79,329 miles
  • 2022 – 78,654 miles
  • 2021 – 77,929 miles
  • 2020 – 74,794 miles
  • 2019 – 71,083 miles
  • 2018 – 67,004 miles
  • 2017 – 60,674 miles
  • 2016 – 51,709 miles
  • 2015 – 49,651 miles
  • 2014 – 47,027 miles
  • 2013 – 44,209 miles
  • 2012 – 41,306 miles
  • 2011 – 40,296 miles
  • 2010 – 36,953 miles
  • 2009 – 31,951 miles
  • 2008 – 26,745 miles
  • 2007 – 21,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,206 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,206 miles (+7,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    476851680489
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,638 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,638 miles
    Test number
    573000568826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,880 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    160603937689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,329 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,329 miles
    Test number
    557677282467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,322 miles (+668)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,322 miles
    Test number
    627910173365
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass78,654 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,654 miles
    Test number
    834942014900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,929 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,929 miles
    Test number
    727248894971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,834 miles (+3,040)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,834 miles
    Test number
    911099850516
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,794 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    355650800574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,786 miles (+3,703)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    800048239976
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,083 miles
    Test number
    645789669305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,083 miles (+4,079)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,083 miles
    Test number
    471701639790
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated

  13. Pass67,004 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,004 miles
    Test number
    554264583200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail67,004 miles (+6,330)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,004 miles
    Test number
    821538850453
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush weak (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass60,674 miles (+8,965)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,674 miles
    Test number
    833503837439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,709 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,709 miles
    Test number
    547069735189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,651 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    217120525427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,027 miles (+2,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,027 miles
    Test number
    746875114184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,209 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,209 miles
    Test number
    707120873083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,306 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,306 miles
    Test number
    649979162016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,296 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,296 miles
    Test number
    175968981275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,953 miles (+5,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,953 miles
    Test number
    224119580280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass31,951 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,951 miles
    Test number
    792703379292
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail31,951 miles (+5,206)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,951 miles
    Test number
    833333279283
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass26,745 miles (+5,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,745 miles
    Test number
    301674878428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass21,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,284 miles
    Test number
    284752967268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,284 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,284 miles
    Test number
    681902967262
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T20 AAR

Does T20 AAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 AAR is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 AAR?
The MOT on T20 AAR is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 AAR done?
T20 AAR was recorded at 88,206 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has T20 AAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 AAR has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T20 AAR 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 T20 AAR find?
T20 AAR passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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