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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T376 NVXMOT history

T376 NVX is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 57,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
57,341 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T376 NVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T376 NVX was last recorded at 57,341 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,333 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,341 miles
  • 2024 – 56,972 miles
  • 2023 – 56,536 miles
  • 2022 – 55,637 miles
  • 2021 – 53,903 miles
  • 2020 – 52,722 miles
  • 2019 – 51,231 miles
  • 2018 – 50,169 miles
  • 2017 – 48,584 miles
  • 2016 – 47,438 miles
  • 2015 – 46,028 miles
  • 2014 – 44,293 miles
  • 2013 – 42,288 miles
  • 2012 – 39,480 miles
  • 2011 – 36,789 miles
  • 2010 – 33,537 miles
  • 2009 – 30,875 miles
  • 2008 – 27,890 miles
  • 2007 – 25,659 miles
  • 2006 – 21,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,341 miles
  • AdvisoryNS & OS rear shocks upper strut has corroded and shaft is thin, advise replaceRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end has lift or play in ball joint/bush (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Bonnet struts not holding bonnet up.

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Slight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Various metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under bonnet fuel smell no sigh of leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,341 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    813168686658
    • AdvisoryNS & OS rear shocks upper strut has corroded and shaft is thin, advise replace
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end has lift or play in ball joint/bush (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail57,333 miles (+361)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,333 miles
    Test number
    685709976317
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush unbonded and rubbing on mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNS & OS rear shocks upper strut has corroded and shaft is thin, advise replace
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end has lift or play in ball joint/bush (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass56,972 miles (+436)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    56,972 miles
    Test number
    391583567115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material signs of corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material signs of corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top cover adrift and shaft heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded front cooler pipe corroded (slight leak) (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering n/s/f.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering o/s/f.

  4. Pass56,536 miles (+899)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    56,536 miles
    Test number
    691800294212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top cover adrift. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front power steering pipe. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in steering n/s/f.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in steering o/s/f.

  5. Pass55,637 miles (+1,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    55,637 miles
    Test number
    280392755166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.

  6. Pass53,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,903 miles
    Test number
    273382420757
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet fuel smell no sigh of leaks

  7. Fail53,903 miles (+1,181)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,903 miles
    Test number
    176995309508
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet fuel smell no sigh of leaks

  8. Pass52,722 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,722 miles
    Test number
    676807985192
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/f and o/s/f lower suspension arm (rubber ball joint mounts) worn-free play.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished.
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak steering rack area.
    • AdvisoryVarious sections of metal brake pipe signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes signs of splitting/de-bonding.

  9. Fail52,716 miles (+1,485)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,716 miles
    Test number
    358689298222
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/f and o/s/f lower suspension arm (rubber ball joint mounts) worn-free play.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished.
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak steering rack area.
    • AdvisoryVarious sections of metal brake pipe signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes signs of splitting/de-bonding.

  10. Pass51,231 miles (+1,062)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,231 miles
    Test number
    962539322834
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding bonnet up.
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s and o/s front lower ball joint rubber mounts slight free play/de-bonding.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished in tread.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak?
    • AdvisorySlight PAS leak steering rack area.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

  11. Pass50,169 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,169 miles
    Test number
    957877149535
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding up.
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bottom ball joint rubber mounts free play/de-bonding.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perished within the tyre tread.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak ?
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges.
    • AdvisorySlight PAS fluid lead pump area.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

  12. Fail50,166 miles (+1,582)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,166 miles
    Test number
    437005379415
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding up.
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bottom ball joint rubber mounts free play/de-bonding.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perished within the tyre tread.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak ?
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges.
    • AdvisorySlight PAS fluid lead pump area.
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected in the steering rack on the o/s.
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

  13. Pass48,584 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,584 miles
    Test number
    380125650606
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn due to play in front wishbones
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail48,583 miles (+1,145)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,583 miles
    Test number
    412641908281
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn due to play in front wishbones
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass47,438 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    47,438 miles
    Test number
    331758453443
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash.
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking /perished.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on 1.6 to 2mm.

  16. Fail47,411 miles (+1,383)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,411 miles
    Test number
    312865663248
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash.
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking /perished.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on 1.6 to 2mm.

  17. Fail46,028 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    277433745477
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass46,028 miles (+1,735)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    709273245117
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,293 miles (+2,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,293 miles
    Test number
    836929544152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail42,288 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,288 miles
    Test number
    158713823136
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass42,288 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,288 miles
    Test number
    987653323172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,480 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,480 miles
    Test number
    718220792037
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension rear bushes slightly soft.

  23. Fail39,475 miles (+2,686)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,475 miles
    Test number
    426790992053
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension rear bushes slightly soft.

  24. Pass36,789 miles (+3,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,789 miles
    Test number
    127664381482
    • NoteSlight movement in offside steering rack.

  25. Pass33,537 miles (+2,662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,537 miles
    Test number
    383845580039
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall split in offside wiper blade.

  26. Pass30,875 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    151440799435
    • NoteOff/side steering rack has slight play

  27. Fail30,868 miles (+2,978)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,868 miles
    Test number
    123869489071
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff/side steering rack has slight play

  28. Pass27,890 miles (+2,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,890 miles
    Test number
    620276188082
    • NoteSlight play offside rack.

  29. Pass25,659 miles (+796)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,659 miles
    Test number
    441703187153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in offside rack.

  30. Pass24,863 miles (+3,303)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,863 miles
    Test number
    270678377092
    • NoteSlight play in off side steering rack

  31. Pass21,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,560 miles
    Test number
    130253086082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T376 NVX

Does T376 NVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T376 NVX is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T376 NVX?
The MOT on T376 NVX is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T376 NVX done?
T376 NVX was recorded at 57,341 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 1,807 miles a year.
Has T376 NVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T376 NVX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T376 NVX 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 T376 NVX find?
T376 NVX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: ns & os rear shocks upper strut has corroded and shaft is thin, advise replace; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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