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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

T20 KEMMOT history

T20 KEM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 139,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,902 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 KEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 KEM was last recorded at 139,902 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,897 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,902 miles
  • 2025 – 138,085 miles
  • 2024 – 137,103 miles
  • 2023 – 136,326 miles
  • 2022 – 135,755 miles
  • 2020 – 134,623 miles
  • 2019 – 133,118 miles
  • 2018 – 130,489 miles
  • 2017 – 126,738 miles
  • 2016 – 124,048 miles
  • 2015 – 119,284 miles
  • 2013 – 114,499 miles
  • 2012 – 109,949 miles
  • 2011 – 100,891 miles
  • 2010 – 92,939 miles
  • 2009 – 77,901 miles
  • 2008 – 67,648 miles
  • 2007 – 59,828 miles
  • 2006 – 53,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,902 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,902 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,902 miles
    Test number
    876859988439
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail139,897 miles (+1,812)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,897 miles
    Test number
    336622606833
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,085 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,085 miles
    Test number
    667698511447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,080 miles (+977)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,080 miles
    Test number
    817245774160
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass137,103 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    137,103 miles
    Test number
    427883837385
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail137,099 miles (+773)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,099 miles
    Test number
    934789995719
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill at jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass136,326 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,326 miles
    Test number
    835669615993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion

  8. Fail136,325 miles (+570)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    238357122391
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass135,755 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,755 miles
    Test number
    270140677435
    • 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))

  10. Fail135,753 miles (+1,130)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,753 miles
    Test number
    179167644140
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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))

  11. Pass134,623 miles (+236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,623 miles
    Test number
    818791728593
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Fail134,387 miles (+1,269)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,387 miles
    Test number
    419028347189
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody guards fitted obscuring components

  13. Pass133,118 miles (+2,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    133,118 miles
    Test number
    797149261600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass130,489 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    130,489 miles
    Test number
    284532389145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail130,488 miles (+3,750)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,488 miles
    Test number
    109221512687
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass126,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    126,738 miles
    Test number
    330798437727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail126,738 miles (+2,690)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,738 miles
    Test number
    321670634123
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass124,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,048 miles
    Test number
    129182207068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail124,046 miles (+4,762)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,046 miles
    Test number
    727620168463
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass119,284 miles (+4,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    119,284 miles
    Test number
    497995505078
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass114,499 miles (+4,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    114,499 miles
    Test number
    186265143336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,949 miles (+9,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    109,949 miles
    Test number
    566646062355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100,891 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    100,891 miles
    Test number
    269135951315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePower steering resivior damp

  24. Fail100,890 miles (+7,951)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,890 miles
    Test number
    705945251321
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePower steering resivior damp

  25. Pass92,939 miles (+15,038)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,939 miles
    Test number
    842084060349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,901 miles
    Test number
    851646419251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,896 miles (+10,248)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,896 miles
    Test number
    133766219257
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass67,648 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,648 miles
    Test number
    601353518231
    • 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)
    • NoteCuts in offside front tyre wall

  29. Fail67,648 miles (+7,820)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,648 miles
    Test number
    282732418258
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteCuts in offside front tyre wall

  30. Pass59,828 miles (+6,646)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,828 miles
    Test number
    333270497194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass53,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,182 miles
    Test number
    983016156146
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T20 KEM

Does T20 KEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 KEM is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 KEM?
The MOT on T20 KEM is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 KEM done?
T20 KEM was recorded at 139,902 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 4,276 miles a year.
Has T20 KEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 KEM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T20 KEM 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 KEM find?
T20 KEM passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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