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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T26 BRJMOT history

T26 BRJ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2025 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 107,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2025
Mileage
107,234 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 BRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T26 BRJ was last recorded at 107,234 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 19,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,495 miles · 26 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
19,739 miles
Average per year
6,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,234 miles
  • 2024 – 87,495 miles
  • 2023 – 77,584 miles
  • 2022 – 69,011 miles
  • 2021 – 65,924 miles
  • 2017 – 57,425 miles
  • 2016 – 45,324 miles
  • 2015 – 37,122 miles
  • 2014 – 31,410 miles
  • 2013 – 25,814 miles
  • 2012 – 21,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,234 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft likely to become detached Securing Bolts Loose.. (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured Inner Bead Rim Cracked (5.2.2 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Side Wall Slightly Damaged (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment .
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,234 miles (+19,739)5 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,234 miles
    Test number
    340410318039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft likely to become detached Securing Bolts Loose.. (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured Inner Bead Rim Cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Side Wall Slightly Damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,495 miles (+9,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,495 miles
    Test number
    426133308549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass77,584 miles (+8,573)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    280764601271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,011 miles (+3,087)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,011 miles
    Test number
    713206162323
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi coroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass65,924 miles (+8,499)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    909831646811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,425 miles (+12,101)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,425 miles
    Test number
    212083654959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is wearing on the outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake is binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel speed pick up ring has signs of fouling.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides. Also wearing on the inner edges. (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass45,324 miles (+181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,324 miles
    Test number
    323424452502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail45,143 miles (+8,021)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,143 miles
    Test number
    154936237008
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm and worn close to cords on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre

  9. Fail37,122 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,122 miles
    Test number
    237826775100
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm

  10. Pass37,122 miles (+620)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,122 miles
    Test number
    289516075191
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm

  11. Pass36,502 miles (+5,092)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,502 miles
    Test number
    607509735132
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.
    • NotePlstic b/pipe coating slightly detyeriorated.

  12. Pass31,410 miles (+5,596)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,410 miles
    Test number
    925540454150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on outer edge

  13. Pass25,814 miles (+4,470)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,814 miles
    Test number
    936116753140
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass21,344 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,344 miles
    Test number
    227970982479
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T26 BRJ

Does T26 BRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 BRJ expired on 25 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 BRJ?
The MOT on T26 BRJ expired on 25 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 BRJ done?
T26 BRJ was recorded at 107,234 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 6,532 miles a year.
Has T26 BRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 BRJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T26 BRJ 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 BRJ find?
T26 BRJ failed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 5 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear inner drive shaft likely to become detached securing bolts loose..; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 17 more.

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