BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc
T3 XVRMOT history
T3 XVR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 80,230 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 80,230 mi
- At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 16 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 4,745 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T3 XVR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,996 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 15 Jan 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T3 XVR was last recorded at 80,230 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 14,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 66,024 miles · 13 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 14,206 miles
- Average per year
- 4,745 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 80,230 miles
- 2025 – 66,024 miles
- 2024 – 63,156 miles
- 2023 – 60,815 miles
- 2022 – 58,859 miles
- 2021 – 56,674 miles
- 2020 – 53,627 miles
- 2019 – 49,395 miles
- 2018 – 45,157 miles
- 2017 – 40,100 miles
- 2016 – 33,646 miles
- 2015 – 28,242 miles
- 2014 – 20,090 miles
- 2013 – 17,172 miles
- 2012 – 12,142 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass80,230 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
18 tests since 6 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass80,230 miles (+14,206)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 80,230 miles
- Test number
- 707084725752
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass66,024 miles (+2,868)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 66,024 miles
- Test number
- 966886079764
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass63,156 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 63,156 miles
- Test number
- 307595412235
- MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail63,156 miles (+2,341)2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,156 miles
- Test number
- 295503588584
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass60,815 miles (+1,956)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 60,815 miles
- Test number
- 740989497757
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront headlamps starting to mist slightly suspect incorrect front pads or discs fitted to front axle due to overlap
Pass58,859 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 58,859 miles
- Test number
- 555862805187
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail58,859 miles (+2,185)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,859 miles
- Test number
- 903409888490
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass56,674 miles (+3,047)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 56,674 miles
- Test number
- 212590862111
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass53,627 miles (+4,232)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 53,627 miles
- Test number
- 443346160658
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner / outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
Pass49,395 miles (+4,238)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 49,395 miles
- Test number
- 265478061117
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,157 miles (+5,057)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 45,157 miles
- Test number
- 744126076940
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,100 miles (+6,454)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 40,100 miles
- Test number
- 651281510122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,646 miles (+5,404)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 33,646 miles
- Test number
- 557568455259
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass28,242 miles (+8,152)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 28,242 miles
- Test number
- 136777295160
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass20,090 miles (+2,918)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 20,090 miles
- Test number
- 417232304299
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass17,172 miles (+5,030)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 17,172 miles
- Test number
- 755071503216
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass12,142 miles (+1,370)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 12,142 miles
- Test number
- 449380602260
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass10,772 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 10,772 miles
- Test number
- 118886602419
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T3 XVR
- Does T3 XVR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 XVR is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T3 XVR?
- The MOT on T3 XVR is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T3 XVR done?
- T3 XVR was recorded at 80,230 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,745 miles a year.
- Has T3 XVR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T3 XVR has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
- Has the mileage on T3 XVR 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 XVR find?
- T3 XVR passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.
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