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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

T23 OPSMOT history

T23 OPS is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 98,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,621 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 OPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 OPS was last recorded at 98,621 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 14,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,858 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,763 miles
Average per year
9,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,621 miles
  • 2024 – 83,858 miles
  • 2023 – 64,404 miles
  • 2022 – 50,570 miles
  • 2021 – 49,691 miles
  • 2020 – 44,589 miles
  • 2019 – 35,432 miles
  • 2018 – 29,064 miles
  • 2017 – 21,820 miles
  • 2016 – 11,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,621 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryAll rear seatbelts not checked due to seats been down

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,621 miles (+14,763)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,621 miles
    Test number
    370344936522
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll rear seatbelts not checked due to seats been down

  2. Pass83,858 miles (+414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    83,858 miles
    Test number
    865698324195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail83,444 miles (+19,040)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    777386761262
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass64,404 miles (+686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    64,404 miles
    Test number
    778035551191
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail63,718 miles (+13,148)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,718 miles
    Test number
    567911498224
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass50,570 miles (+879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    50,570 miles
    Test number
    849010363886
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass49,691 miles (+5,102)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,691 miles
    Test number
    670090398592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,589 miles (+9,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    44,589 miles
    Test number
    730766085693
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on dash.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass35,432 miles (+6,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    259394300801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,064 miles (+7,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,064 miles
    Test number
    368445889199
    • AdvisoryOsf nsf osr tyre treads wearing outer tread

  11. Pass21,820 miles (+10,330)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    21,820 miles
    Test number
    951191281638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    11,490 miles
    Test number
    989526158667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 OPS

Does T23 OPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 OPS is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T23 OPS?
The MOT on T23 OPS is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 OPS done?
T23 OPS was recorded at 98,621 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 9,222 miles a year.
Has T23 OPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 OPS has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T23 OPS 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 OPS find?
T23 OPS passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both, and 1 more.

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