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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

T26 ACAMOT history

T26 ACA is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,652 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 ACA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 ACA was last recorded at 101,652 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 5,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,122 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,530 miles
Average per year
6,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,652 miles
  • 2025 – 96,122 miles
  • 2024 – 90,578 miles
  • 2023 – 84,305 miles
  • 2021 – 82,129 miles
  • 2020 – 79,458 miles
  • 2019 – 67,594 miles
  • 2018 – 53,913 miles
  • 2017 – 41,328 miles
  • 2016 – 31,481 miles
  • 2015 – 26,892 miles
  • 2014 – 21,974 miles
  • 2013 – 16,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,652 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear brake calipher retaining spring clip missing

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,652 miles (+5,530)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,652 miles
    Test number
    559690446163
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake calipher retaining spring clip missing

  2. Pass96,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    251896341434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe it is corroded, but not considered excessive.

  3. Fail96,122 miles (+5,544)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    117868299443
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe it is corroded, but not considered excessive.

  4. Pass90,578 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,578 miles
    Test number
    995653014598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,348 miles (+5,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,348 miles
    Test number
    356697527961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,305 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,305 miles
    Test number
    405876824200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,129 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    604320229954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail82,121 miles (+2,663)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,121 miles
    Test number
    950187496506
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass79,458 miles (+11,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,458 miles
    Test number
    116120323236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,594 miles (+13,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,594 miles
    Test number
    369228642925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass53,913 miles (+12,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    643160325011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,328 miles (+9,847)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    41,328 miles
    Test number
    258497754962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,481 miles
    Test number
    891752201669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,481 miles (+4,589)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,481 miles
    Test number
    963632850154
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both fronts (1.8)

  15. Pass26,892 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,892 miles
    Test number
    378324685015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,974 miles (+5,962)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,974 miles
    Test number
    556192414104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,012 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    16,012 miles
    Test number
    675455393052
    • NoteAdvise all 4 tyres very close to lower legal, limit and worn badly on edges

Questions about T26 ACA

Does T26 ACA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 ACA is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 ACA?
The MOT on T26 ACA is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 ACA done?
T26 ACA was recorded at 101,652 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 6,580 miles a year.
Has T26 ACA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 ACA has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T26 ACA 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 T26 ACA find?
T26 ACA passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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