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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

T20 ERBMOT history

T20 ERB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 126,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,409 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 ERB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 ERB was last recorded at 126,409 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2008: 76,340 miles, lower than 90,237 miles on 30 Jan 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,350 miles · 27 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
1,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,409 miles
  • 2019 – 126,350 miles
  • 2015 – 125,433 miles
  • 2014 – 124,579 miles
  • 2013 – 121,018 miles
  • 2012 – 115,494 miles
  • 2011 – 110,892 miles
  • 2010 – 102,469 miles
  • 2009 – 91,823 miles
  • 2008 – 76,340 miles
  • 2007 – 90,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,409 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear general underbody corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,409 miles (+59)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,409 miles
    Test number
    111528437930
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general underbody corrosion
  2. Pass126,350 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,350 miles
    Test number
    955223084338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,433 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    125,433 miles
    Test number
    294312430730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,579 miles (+3,561)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    124,579 miles
    Test number
    158860044398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,018 miles (+5,524)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    121,018 miles
    Test number
    636578473090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,494 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,494 miles
    Test number
    905699282019
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail115,494 miles (+4,602)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,494 miles
    Test number
    707789682051
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEML on
  8. Pass110,892 miles (+8,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,892 miles
    Test number
    156331561456
    • NoteAfter-market exhaust system fitted (noise level ok)
    • NoteAfter-market suspension fitted (ride height lower and stiffer than standard)
  9. Pass102,469 miles (+10,646)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    102,469 miles
    Test number
    420795570056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,823 miles (+15,483)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,823 miles
    Test number
    692271439061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,340 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    150129918419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCustomer cleaned sensor to remove light no ABS light on test
    • NoteHeat shield insecure on back box Exhaust bracket mountain bolt missing
  12. Fail76,340 miles (-13,897)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    644869818024
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHeat shield insecure on back box Exhaust bracket mountain bolt missing
  13. Pass90,237 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    90,237 miles
    Test number
    513560937045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about T20 ERB

Does T20 ERB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 ERB is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 ERB?
The MOT on T20 ERB is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 ERB done?
T20 ERB was recorded at 126,409 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 1,911 miles a year.
Has T20 ERB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 ERB has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on T20 ERB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jan 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T20 ERB find?
T20 ERB passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear general underbody corrosion.

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