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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

T23 VSBMOT history

T23 VSB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
132,654 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 VSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 VSB was last recorded at 132,654 miles on 26 Jan 2022, 1,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,877 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,777 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,654 miles
  • 2021 – 130,877 miles
  • 2020 – 130,105 miles
  • 2019 – 127,134 miles
  • 2018 – 124,458 miles
  • 2017 – 122,368 miles
  • 2016 – 119,202 miles
  • 2015 – 117,060 miles
  • 2014 – 113,231 miles
  • 2013 – 108,206 miles
  • 2012 – 104,459 miles
  • 2011 – 102,728 miles
  • 2009 – 100,465 miles
  • 2008 – 97,744 miles
  • 2007 – 94,870 miles
  • 2006 – 90,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,654 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres low breaking on sides wall

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,654 miles (+1,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,654 miles
    Test number
    180923489176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres low breaking on sides wall

  2. Pass130,877 miles (+772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,877 miles
    Test number
    887503090336
    • AdvisoryRear disc pitted and rear pads low

  3. Pass130,105 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,105 miles
    Test number
    524769857621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded

  4. Fail130,078 miles (+2,944)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,078 miles
    Test number
    779560406835
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded

  5. Pass127,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    127,134 miles
    Test number
    545006725947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,134 miles (+2,676)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,134 miles
    Test number
    237114997458
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    124,458 miles
    Test number
    943984515763
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.

  8. Fail124,458 miles (+2,090)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,458 miles
    Test number
    249230508034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.

  9. Pass122,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    122,368 miles
    Test number
    877949637806
    • AdvisoryAdvise orange oil light flashing intermittently
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  10. Fail122,368 miles (+3,166)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,368 miles
    Test number
    369702684184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise orange oil light flashing intermittently
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  11. Pass119,202 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    771544453002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,060 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,060 miles
    Test number
    717204615007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on showing a fault

  13. Fail117,060 miles (+3,829)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,060 miles
    Test number
    817894515006
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass113,231 miles (+5,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    113,231 miles
    Test number
    116033204420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass108,206 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    108,206 miles
    Test number
    578190113014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,182 miles (+3,723)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,182 miles
    Test number
    885099903078
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass104,459 miles (+1,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    104,459 miles
    Test number
    159356902011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass102,728 miles (+2,263)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,728 miles
    Test number
    666862111045
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteFront brake pads 75% worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall damaged

  19. Pass100,465 miles (+2,721)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,465 miles
    Test number
    310254649327
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall damaged

  20. Pass97,744 miles (+2,874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    97,744 miles
    Test number
    322033348358
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass94,870 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    94,870 miles
    Test number
    940056847399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,830 miles (+4,732)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,830 miles
    Test number
    331149237397
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass90,098 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    90,098 miles
    Test number
    454302736363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    87,154 miles
    Test number
    152219566229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 VSB

Does T23 VSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 VSB expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 VSB?
The MOT on T23 VSB expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 VSB done?
T23 VSB was recorded at 132,654 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2022, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has T23 VSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 VSB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on T23 VSB 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 VSB find?
T23 VSB passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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