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BMW 1 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

T23 DCMMOT history

T23 DCM is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 19 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2023
Mileage
157,524 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 DCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 DCM was last recorded at 157,524 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,523 miles · 25 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,524 miles
  • 2021 – 145,846 miles
  • 2020 – 137,431 miles
  • 2019 – 128,161 miles
  • 2018 – 120,308 miles
  • 2017 – 108,044 miles
  • 2016 – 91,385 miles
  • 2015 – 78,292 miles
  • 2014 – 73,929 miles
  • 2013 – 69,208 miles
  • 2012 – 63,450 miles
  • 2011 – 53,431 miles
  • 2010 – 45,826 miles
  • 2009 – 39,503 miles
  • 2008 – 27,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,524 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntermittent judder from vehicle possibly from clutchRecorded at 2 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.

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear limited damping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicle fitted with protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,524 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    157,524 miles
    Test number
    873114213671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntermittent judder from vehicle possibly from clutch

  2. Fail157,523 miles (+11,677)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,523 miles
    Test number
    325651836283
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntermittent judder from vehicle possibly from clutch

  3. Pass145,846 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,846 miles
    Test number
    568797572624
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device worn
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sill sections corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes worn slight play . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail145,845 miles (+8,414)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,845 miles
    Test number
    752607411645
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device worn
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sill sections corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes worn slight play . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,431 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,431 miles
    Test number
    357171688547
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

  6. Fail137,430 miles (+9,269)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,430 miles
    Test number
    996922040993
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Not functioning (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

  7. Pass128,161 miles (+7,853)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,161 miles
    Test number
    288552619572
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass120,308 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    496995075996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,123 miles (+12,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,123 miles
    Test number
    897506812514
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass108,044 miles (+16,659)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,044 miles
    Test number
    281304014429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,385 miles (+13,093)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    344699288018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,292 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,292 miles
    Test number
    106470725125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass73,929 miles (+4,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,929 miles
    Test number
    339782014195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass69,208 miles (+5,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,208 miles
    Test number
    825929823178
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,450 miles (+10,019)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    286349102128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,431 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,431 miles
    Test number
    127878001161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,826 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,826 miles
    Test number
    642179410198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,503 miles (+12,065)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,503 miles
    Test number
    822649159299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,438 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,438 miles
    Test number
    394563458261
    • NoteOuter edges of both front tyres getting worn and tread cracked.
    • NoteTread starting to crack on nearside rear tyre.

  20. Fail27,438 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,438 miles
    Test number
    944633958258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOuter edges of both front tyres getting worn and tread cracked.
    • NoteTread starting to crack on nearside rear tyre.

Questions about T23 DCM

Does T23 DCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 DCM expired on 27 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 DCM?
The MOT on T23 DCM expired on 27 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 DCM done?
T23 DCM was recorded at 157,524 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 9,150 miles a year.
Has T23 DCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 DCM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T23 DCM 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 T23 DCM find?
T23 DCM passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; intermittent judder from vehicle possibly from clutch.

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