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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

T26 RETMOT history

T26 RET is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 146,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2024
Mileage
146,423 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 RET was last recorded at 146,423 miles on 17 Jun 2023, 1,843 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,580 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,843 miles
Average per year
8,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,423 miles
  • 2021 – 144,580 miles
  • 2020 – 143,613 miles
  • 2019 – 142,120 miles
  • 2018 – 138,356 miles
  • 2017 – 124,890 miles
  • 2016 – 110,560 miles
  • 2015 – 95,896 miles
  • 2014 – 84,108 miles
  • 2013 – 70,468 miles
  • 2012 – 58,392 miles
  • 2011 – 45,661 miles
  • 2010 – 31,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,423 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear wheel welded repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,423 miles (+1,843)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    146,423 miles
    Test number
    362837750454
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass144,580 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,580 miles
    Test number
    314220518192
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel welded repair

  3. Fail144,575 miles (+962)3 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,575 miles
    Test number
    347485441086
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn stub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel welded repair

  4. Pass143,613 miles (+1,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,613 miles
    Test number
    823123815973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,120 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,120 miles
    Test number
    461072194510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,356 miles (+203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    608525246947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexable brake hose deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front flexible brake hose deteriorating

  7. Fail138,153 miles (+13,263)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,153 miles
    Test number
    278762575311
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexable brake hose deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front flexible brake hose deteriorating

  8. Pass124,890 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    124,890 miles
    Test number
    454408257977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,799 miles (+14,239)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,799 miles
    Test number
    486811954318
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

  10. Pass110,560 miles (+14,664)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,560 miles
    Test number
    732789855918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,896 miles (+11,788)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,896 miles
    Test number
    103977651728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,108 miles (+13,640)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,108 miles
    Test number
    886375244210
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a small cut, inner tread area

  13. Pass70,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,468 miles
    Test number
    579376343287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,468 miles (+12,076)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,468 miles
    Test number
    746776443242
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  15. Pass58,392 miles (+12,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    236599842246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  16. Pass45,661 miles (+13,868)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,661 miles
    Test number
    425649641230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,793 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,793 miles
    Test number
    332451850489
    • NoteUnable to test emissions due to incorrect software level in EGA tester

  18. Fail31,793 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,793 miles
    Test number
    662240850287
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteUnable to test emissions due to incorrect software level in EGA tester

Questions about T26 RET

Does T26 RET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 RET expired on 16 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 RET?
The MOT on T26 RET expired on 16 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 RET done?
T26 RET was recorded at 146,423 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2023, an average of 8,973 miles a year.
Has T26 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 RET has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T26 RET 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 RET find?
T26 RET passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all surface corrosion; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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