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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T3 MSBMOT history

T3 MSB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,464 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 MSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 MSB was last recorded at 84,464 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 2,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,980 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,484 miles
Average per year
5,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,464 miles
  • 2025 – 81,980 miles
  • 2024 – 78,955 miles
  • 2023 – 78,148 miles
  • 2022 – 73,769 miles
  • 2021 – 68,206 miles
  • 2020 – 63,843 miles
  • 2019 – 59,706 miles
  • 2018 – 51,739 miles
  • 2017 – 44,337 miles
  • 2016 – 37,476 miles
  • 2015 – 29,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,464 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,464 miles (+2,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,464 miles
    Test number
    897947083883
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,980 miles (+3,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    81,980 miles
    Test number
    707350310039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass78,955 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,955 miles
    Test number
    514175014514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,148 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,148 miles
    Test number
    554362190867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,769 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,769 miles
    Test number
    506026765122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,206 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,206 miles
    Test number
    518909675563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,843 miles (+4,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,843 miles
    Test number
    480110593742
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Undertray not fully secure not likely to fall off (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also stepped (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,706 miles (+7,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,706 miles
    Test number
    120210360582
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Undertray not fully secure Undertray damaged but not likely to fall off (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass51,739 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    51,739 miles
    Test number
    909992421524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail51,709 miles (+7,372)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,709 miles
    Test number
    721711625048
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam not operating with switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam not operating with switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam not operating with switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam not operating with switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass44,337 miles (+6,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,337 miles
    Test number
    500141266078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass37,476 miles (+8,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    37,476 miles
    Test number
    250313747749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Pass29,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,391 miles
    Test number
    106438279527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Fail29,391 miles (+5,480)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,391 miles
    Test number
    145528216628
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  15. Pass23,911 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,911 miles
    Test number
    375789945070
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T3 MSB

Does T3 MSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 MSB is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 MSB?
The MOT on T3 MSB is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 MSB done?
T3 MSB was recorded at 84,464 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,255 miles a year.
Has T3 MSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 MSB has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T3 MSB 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 T3 MSB find?
T3 MSB passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake lining(s) wearing thin.

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