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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

T21 ACAMOT history

T21 ACA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
105,692 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 ACA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 ACA was last recorded at 105,692 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 3,347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Dec 2024: 102,345 miles, lower than 172,018 miles on 27 Jul 2023.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,345 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,347 miles
Average per year
860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,692 miles
  • 2024 – 102,345 miles
  • 2023 – 172,018 miles
  • 2022 – 169,975 miles
  • 2021 – 168,149 miles
  • 2020 – 166,509 miles
  • 2019 – 163,401 miles
  • 2018 – 157,001 miles
  • 2017 – 150,899 miles
  • 2016 – 146,485 miles
  • 2015 – 139,981 miles
  • 2014 – 133,881 miles
  • 2013 – 128,798 miles
  • 2012 – 124,878 miles
  • 2011 – 118,468 miles
  • 2010 – 113,502 miles
  • 2009 – 106,661 miles
  • 2008 – 100,144 miles
  • 2007 – 92,133 miles
  • 2006 – 89,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,692 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main metal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,692 miles (+3,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    105,692 miles
    Test number
    190592155216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass102,345 miles (-69,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    935727918175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass172,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,018 miles
    Test number
    379385984381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail172,018 miles (+2,043)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,018 miles
    Test number
    761800318932
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded white (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass169,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    169,975 miles
    Test number
    684008509491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail169,975 miles (+1,826)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,975 miles
    Test number
    393018339254
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass168,149 miles (+1,640)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    168,149 miles
    Test number
    675464181952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis near wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by inner flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill by jacking pad (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill by jacking pad (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass166,509 miles (+3,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    166,509 miles
    Test number
    436295181115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass163,401 miles (+6,400)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,401 miles
    Test number
    909931770779
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass157,001 miles (+210)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    157,001 miles
    Test number
    275197406478
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has only just made brake efficiency rear hand brake still has imbalance
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail156,791 miles (+5,892)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,791 miles
    Test number
    441791820606
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass150,899 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,899 miles
    Test number
    437525623539
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front anti roll bar D bushes starting to wear
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside front inner tyre wall starting to split
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail150,899 miles (+4,414)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,899 miles
    Test number
    350558341691
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot Strut badly corroded (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front anti roll bar D bushes starting to wear
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside front inner tyre wall starting to split
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass146,485 miles (+6,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,485 miles
    Test number
    428168988606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass139,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,981 miles
    Test number
    425183655128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,981 miles (+6,100)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,981 miles
    Test number
    645503755103
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass133,881 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    133,881 miles
    Test number
    967450954155
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass128,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,798 miles
    Test number
    616527153130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,798 miles (+3,920)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,798 miles
    Test number
    987305953108
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake noisy

  20. Pass124,878 miles (+6,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    124,878 miles
    Test number
    209577072478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass118,468 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    425387461189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass118,468 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    148885561187
    • NoteDents in the n/s/f,o/s/f and n/s/r rims,inner edges.

  23. Fail118,468 miles (+4,966)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    356995161142
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDents in the n/s/f,o/s/f and n/s/r rims,inner edges.

  24. Pass113,502 miles (+6,841)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,502 miles
    Test number
    250539860491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass106,661 miles (+6,517)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    106,661 miles
    Test number
    510513679124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass100,144 miles (+8,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    100,144 miles
    Test number
    131479378102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass92,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,133 miles
    Test number
    274605347417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,133 miles (+3,060)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,133 miles
    Test number
    450762447106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass89,073 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    89,073 miles
    Test number
    551437146152
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T21 ACA

Does T21 ACA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 ACA expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 ACA?
The MOT on T21 ACA expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 ACA done?
T21 ACA was recorded at 105,692 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 860 miles a year.
Has T21 ACA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 ACA has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T21 ACA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T21 ACA find?
T21 ACA passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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