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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

T29 BMWMOT history

T29 BMW is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 182,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
182,667 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 BMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 BMW was last recorded at 182,667 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 6,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,857 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,810 miles
Average per year
10,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,667 miles
  • 2025 – 175,857 miles
  • 2024 – 169,239 miles
  • 2023 – 162,427 miles
  • 2022 – 140,309 miles
  • 2021 – 115,949 miles
  • 2020 – 95,253 miles
  • 2018 – 88,684 miles
  • 2017 – 80,694 miles
  • 2016 – 73,816 miles
  • 2015 – 65,569 miles
  • 2014 – 62,346 miles
  • 2013 – 52,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,667 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near wear limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front jacking block missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,667 miles (+6,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    182,667 miles
    Test number
    582458485825
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass175,857 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    175,857 miles
    Test number
    511808637898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near wear limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking block missing

  3. Fail175,851 miles (+6,612)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,851 miles
    Test number
    621505306398
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system flexi/metal pipe (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near wear limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking block missing

  4. Pass169,239 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    169,239 miles
    Test number
    346680588792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,215 miles (+6,788)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,215 miles
    Test number
    219914105183
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure clamp broke after flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective warning wire incorrectly fitted and rubbed through on wheel (1.1.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    162,427 miles
    Test number
    792886947848
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension bushes slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail162,427 miles (+22,118)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,427 miles
    Test number
    415744416264
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Not attached (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension bushes slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,309 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    140,309 miles
    Test number
    582022710393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play hub joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail140,296 miles (+24,347)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,296 miles
    Test number
    314852568404
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass115,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,949 miles
    Test number
    593308050249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail115,949 miles (+20,696)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,949 miles
    Test number
    531414288408
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass95,253 miles (+6,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    95,253 miles
    Test number
    370177935367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass88,684 miles (+7,990)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,684 miles
    Test number
    275000149015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,694 miles
    Test number
    571987555835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,694 miles (+6,878)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,694 miles
    Test number
    584926039314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass73,816 miles (+8,247)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,816 miles
    Test number
    790931358735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,569 miles (+3,223)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,569 miles
    Test number
    957011705223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass62,346 miles (+9,909)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,346 miles
    Test number
    239286164225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,437 miles
    Test number
    308127273421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 BMW

Does T29 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 BMW is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 BMW?
The MOT on T29 BMW is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 BMW done?
T29 BMW was recorded at 182,667 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 10,232 miles a year.
Has T29 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 BMW has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 BMW 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 T29 BMW find?
T29 BMW passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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