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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T30 SAYMOT history

T30 SAY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Oct 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 195,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
195,720 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 SAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 SAY was last recorded at 195,720 miles on 6 Sept 2025, 3,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,840 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,880 miles
Average per year
8,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,720 miles
  • 2024 – 191,840 miles
  • 2023 – 189,011 miles
  • 2022 – 186,246 miles
  • 2020 – 181,591 miles
  • 2019 – 178,959 miles
  • 2018 – 172,248 miles
  • 2017 – 159,892 miles
  • 2016 – 150,399 miles
  • 2015 – 143,363 miles
  • 2014 – 135,047 miles
  • 2013 – 126,831 miles
  • 2012 – 110,752 miles
  • 2011 – 81,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,720 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • N/s/f fog light inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,720 miles (+3,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    195,720 miles
    Test number
    469781439627
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass191,840 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    191,840 miles
    Test number
    956782514157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail191,837 miles (+2,826)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,837 miles
    Test number
    409451705478
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  4. Pass189,011 miles (+24)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    189,011 miles
    Test number
    164275818961
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail188,987 miles (+2,741)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,987 miles
    Test number
    708817672390
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass186,246 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    186,246 miles
    Test number
    523527385242
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail186,246 miles (+4,655)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,246 miles
    Test number
    702726624752
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass181,591 miles (+2,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    181,591 miles
    Test number
    476887139441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass178,959 miles (+6,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    178,959 miles
    Test number
    401059703915
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH FRONT (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen

  10. Pass172,248 miles (+12,356)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,248 miles
    Test number
    182419841022
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner - AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner - AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  11. Pass159,892 miles (+9,493)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    159,892 miles
    Test number
    878426378504
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass150,399 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    150,399 miles
    Test number
    216575314653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inop
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre fethering inner edges

  13. Fail150,398 miles (+7,035)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,398 miles
    Test number
    554712026363
    • FailureNearside Rear Halfshaft bolt missing (4.2.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inop
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre fethering inner edges

  14. Pass143,363 miles (+8,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    143,363 miles
    Test number
    112456018035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass135,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    135,047 miles
    Test number
    108777324375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,047 miles (+8,216)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,047 miles
    Test number
    217127224354
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass126,831 miles (+16,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    126,831 miles
    Test number
    908320723349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass110,752 miles (+29,611)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    110,752 miles
    Test number
    787705212317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,141 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    81,141 miles
    Test number
    186407821319
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash

Questions about T30 SAY

Does T30 SAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T30 SAY expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T30 SAY?
The MOT on T30 SAY expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T30 SAY done?
T30 SAY was recorded at 195,720 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2025, an average of 8,310 miles a year.
Has T30 SAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 SAY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T30 SAY 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 T30 SAY find?
T30 SAY passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: engine cover and under trays fitted; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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