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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

T40 CGWMOT history

T40 CGW is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
130,591 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 CGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 CGW was last recorded at 130,591 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 1,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,045 miles · 5 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,546 miles
Average per year
6,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,591 miles
  • 2024 – 129,045 miles
  • 2023 – 123,700 miles
  • 2022 – 117,496 miles
  • 2021 – 108,945 miles
  • 2020 – 106,823 miles
  • 2019 – 103,889 miles
  • 2018 – 101,737 miles
  • 2017 – 93,082 miles
  • 2016 – 80,534 miles
  • 2015 – 71,428 miles
  • 2014 – 61,839 miles
  • 2013 – 52,903 miles
  • 2012 – 44,182 miles
  • 2011 – 35,580 miles
  • 2010 – 30,707 miles
  • 2009 – 25,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,591 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,591 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,591 miles
    Test number
    422749339180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,045 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,045 miles
    Test number
    838175258447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail129,028 miles (+5,328)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,028 miles
    Test number
    694107113473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass123,700 miles (+6,204)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,700 miles
    Test number
    299375822607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,496 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,496 miles
    Test number
    482616467251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail117,494 miles (+8,549)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,494 miles
    Test number
    168113086291
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass108,945 miles (+2,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    286861541221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Park brake may require an adjustment.

  8. Pass106,823 miles (+2,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,823 miles
    Test number
    501614206805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass103,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    103,889 miles
    Test number
    243983626052
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,889 miles (+2,005)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,889 miles
    Test number
    743851467058
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail101,884 miles (+147)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,884 miles
    Test number
    755693717143
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass101,737 miles (+8,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,737 miles
    Test number
    312929421906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit CENTRAL (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass93,082 miles (+12,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,082 miles
    Test number
    681594020540
    • AdvisoryFuel smell underneath vehicle with the engine running, no visible sign of a leak, recommend further investigation.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2554017rft (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass80,534 miles (+9,106)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,534 miles
    Test number
    113298749420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt slightly fluffy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has punchture
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn very slight (2.1.2c)

  15. Pass71,428 miles (+9,589)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,428 miles
    Test number
    978167975087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,839 miles (+8,936)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,839 miles
    Test number
    499450534050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,903 miles (+8,721)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    195305833485
    • NoteRear tyres on 2mm
    • NoteTop os corner crack to windscreen

  18. Pass44,182 miles (+8,602)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,182 miles
    Test number
    638184652074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,580 miles
    Test number
    927685231056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,580 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,580 miles
    Test number
    598395131039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,707 miles (+5,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,707 miles
    Test number
    914900750078
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass25,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,563 miles
    Test number
    953136159046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T40 CGW

Does T40 CGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 CGW expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 CGW?
The MOT on T40 CGW expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 CGW done?
T40 CGW was recorded at 130,591 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 6,401 miles a year.
Has T40 CGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 CGW has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 CGW 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 T40 CGW find?
T40 CGW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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