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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

T2 NKAMOT history

T2 NKA is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 187,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
187,271 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 NKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
4 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T2 NKA was last recorded at 187,271 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 8,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,203 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,068 miles
Average per year
11,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,271 miles
  • 2025 – 179,203 miles
  • 2024 – 168,900 miles
  • 2023 – 161,549 miles
  • 2022 – 152,577 miles
  • 2021 – 141,186 miles
  • 2020 – 132,214 miles
  • 2019 – 121,488 miles
  • 2018 – 113,671 miles
  • 2017 – 106,987 miles
  • 2016 – 101,096 miles
  • 2015 – 84,773 miles
  • 2014 – 58,805 miles
  • 2013 – 35,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail187,271 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors and inner sills plastic covers fitted under vehicle and outer sills (5.3.6 (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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine bay covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under car trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail187,271 miles (+8,068)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,271 miles
    Test number
    854701509029
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors and inner sills plastic covers fitted under vehicle and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,203 miles (+177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    179,203 miles
    Test number
    817088942782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,026 miles (+10,126)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,026 miles
    Test number
    178374188296
    • 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,900 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,900 miles
    Test number
    716460638793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail168,897 miles (+7,348)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,897 miles
    Test number
    260326620379
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn As marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass161,549 miles (+8,972)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    161,549 miles
    Test number
    930238647736
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass152,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,577 miles
    Test number
    135015928398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail152,577 miles (+11,391)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,577 miles
    Test number
    618259852752
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass141,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    141,186 miles
    Test number
    124603080987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail141,182 miles (+8,968)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,182 miles
    Test number
    896341003181
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass132,214 miles (+10,726)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,214 miles
    Test number
    863535767703
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp snapped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass121,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,488 miles
    Test number
    892628038853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,488 miles (+7,817)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,488 miles
    Test number
    207999584133
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass113,671 miles (+6,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,671 miles
    Test number
    660899721510
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass106,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,987 miles
    Test number
    769271244420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Fail106,985 miles (+5,889)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,985 miles
    Test number
    102548350402
    • FailureFront parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  17. Pass101,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,096 miles
    Test number
    968459896020
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder car trays fitted

  18. Fail101,096 miles (+16,323)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,096 miles
    Test number
    115957369918
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder car trays fitted

  19. Pass84,773 miles (+25,968)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,773 miles
    Test number
    459734815134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyre edges worn

  20. Pass58,805 miles (+23,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,805 miles
    Test number
    237544014121
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass35,423 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,423 miles
    Test number
    929202123178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,651 miles
    Test number
    966525423071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T2 NKA

Does T2 NKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T2 NKA is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T2 NKA?
The MOT on T2 NKA is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T2 NKA done?
T2 NKA was recorded at 187,271 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 11,204 miles a year.
Has T2 NKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 NKA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T2 NKA 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 T2 NKA find?
T2 NKA failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie bar; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bushes, and 4 more.

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