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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

T20 THUMOT history

T20 THU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 148,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2023
Mileage
148,425 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 THU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 THU was last recorded at 148,425 miles on 6 Sept 2022, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,200 miles · 3 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
6,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,425 miles
  • 2021 – 148,200 miles
  • 2019 – 134,951 miles
  • 2018 – 118,785 miles
  • 2017 – 114,808 miles
  • 2016 – 111,514 miles
  • 2015 – 108,629 miles
  • 2014 – 104,912 miles
  • 2013 – 101,663 miles
  • 2012 – 97,750 miles
  • 2011 – 93,897 miles
  • 2010 – 89,409 miles
  • 2009 – 81,272 miles
  • 2008 – 69,750 miles
  • 2007 – 63,153 miles
  • 2006 – 52,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,425 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipes (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meet requirements
  • AdvisorySill skirts fitted at time of test

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,425 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,425 miles
    Test number
    352403177846
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meet requirements
    • AdvisorySill skirts fitted at time of test

  2. Fail148,425 miles (+225)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,425 miles
    Test number
    529035327109
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meet requirements
    • AdvisorySill skirts fitted at time of test

  3. Pass148,200 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    148,200 miles
    Test number
    964517201180
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail148,190 miles (+13,239)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,190 miles
    Test number
    172410600175
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out sill not welded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass134,951 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,951 miles
    Test number
    519061954989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail134,921 miles (+16,136)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,921 miles
    Test number
    291089067758
    • 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))

  7. Pass118,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,785 miles
    Test number
    875231155816
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail118,785 miles (+3,977)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,785 miles
    Test number
    406717000065
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,808 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,808 miles
    Test number
    420406311463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,514 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,514 miles
    Test number
    116094592005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,629 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,629 miles
    Test number
    193231156951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,627 miles (+3,715)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,627 miles
    Test number
    947312504315
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass104,912 miles (+3,249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,912 miles
    Test number
    976862074289
    • NotePlay in offside front wheel bearing

  14. Pass101,663 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    136913373297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,659 miles (+3,909)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    678488063235
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass97,750 miles (+3,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    97,750 miles
    Test number
    396929562243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass93,897 miles (+4,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,897 miles
    Test number
    895562171235
    • NotePlay in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes

  18. Pass89,409 miles (+8,137)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    89,409 miles
    Test number
    771992770249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  19. Pass81,272 miles (+11,522)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,272 miles
    Test number
    390381869269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,750 miles (+6,597)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,750 miles
    Test number
    703139148224
    • NoteFront brake pads look low
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing inner edge

  21. Pass63,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    650311717373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,153 miles (+10,758)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    403401517364
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass52,395 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,395 miles
    Test number
    593625756299
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to 2mm and rear brake pads wearing thin

Questions about T20 THU

Does T20 THU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T20 THU expired on 5 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T20 THU?
The MOT on T20 THU expired on 5 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T20 THU done?
T20 THU was recorded at 148,425 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2022, an average of 6,008 miles a year.
Has T20 THU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 THU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T20 THU 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 THU find?
T20 THU passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipes, and 6 more.

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