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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T26 TDJMOT history

T26 TDJ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
152,922 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 TDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 TDJ was last recorded at 152,922 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 12,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,483 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,439 miles
Average per year
8,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,922 miles
  • 2024 – 140,483 miles
  • 2023 – 128,706 miles
  • 2022 – 114,557 miles
  • 2021 – 100,654 miles
  • 2020 – 87,706 miles
  • 2019 – 74,805 miles
  • 2018 – 70,561 miles
  • 2017 – 63,728 miles
  • 2016 – 56,813 miles
  • 2015 – 50,242 miles
  • 2014 – 48,372 miles
  • 2013 – 46,149 miles
  • 2012 – 42,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,922 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,922 miles (+12,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    152,922 miles
    Test number
    699342955974
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass140,483 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,483 miles
    Test number
    573672393630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  3. Fail140,477 miles (+11,771)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,477 miles
    Test number
    640707330457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  4. Pass128,706 miles (+14,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,706 miles
    Test number
    559292787200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable Slight play on inner steering arm (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable Slight play on inner steering arm (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  5. Pass114,557 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,557 miles
    Test number
    365104561728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,556 miles (+13,902)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,556 miles
    Test number
    716164876389
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass100,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    100,654 miles
    Test number
    396183592077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,654 miles (+12,948)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,654 miles
    Test number
    581245189445
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass87,706 miles (+12,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,706 miles
    Test number
    245097551259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglight not working
  10. Pass74,805 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    236713988692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,561 miles (+6,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,561 miles
    Test number
    657522317549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  12. Pass63,728 miles (+6,915)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,728 miles
    Test number
    868670325771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,813 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    776272709092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,242 miles (+1,870)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    50,242 miles
    Test number
    619382268649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,372 miles (+2,223)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    518773044351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pipe exhaust clamp cracked
    • NoteWiper blades smearing
  16. Pass46,149 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,149 miles
    Test number
    328851053306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,502 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,502 miles
    Test number
    168349612374
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteWiper blades starting to smeer slightly
  18. Pass42,502 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,502 miles
    Test number
    449229912488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteWiper blades starting to smeer slightly

Questions about T26 TDJ

Does T26 TDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 TDJ is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T26 TDJ?
The MOT on T26 TDJ is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 TDJ done?
T26 TDJ was recorded at 152,922 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 8,500 miles a year.
Has T26 TDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 TDJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T26 TDJ 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 TDJ find?
T26 TDJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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