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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

T40 CUFMOT history

T40 CUF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
120,025 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 CUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 CUF was last recorded at 120,025 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,660 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,365 miles
Average per year
4,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,025 miles
  • 2025 – 118,660 miles
  • 2024 – 116,069 miles
  • 2020 – 116,020 miles
  • 2019 – 110,837 miles
  • 2018 – 106,889 miles
  • 2017 – 102,063 miles
  • 2016 – 97,201 miles
  • 2015 – 95,793 miles
  • 2014 – 91,815 miles
  • 2013 – 83,864 miles
  • 2012 – 77,274 miles
  • 2011 – 73,886 miles
  • 2009 – 56,314 miles
  • 2008 – 52,337 miles
  • 2007 – 48,316 miles
  • 2006 – 42,222 miles
  • 2005 – 35,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,025 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.

  • Minor play front anti roll d bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front anti roll d bushes slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,025 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,025 miles
    Test number
    243945197651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,660 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    118,660 miles
    Test number
    702946639556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    116,069 miles
    Test number
    826810918869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,069 miles (+49)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,069 miles
    Test number
    625288533880
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass116,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,020 miles
    Test number
    976395521821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,020 miles (+5,183)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,020 miles
    Test number
    343615583882
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake inadequately mounted back plate assembly (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,837 miles (+3,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,837 miles
    Test number
    833762959448
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre inner sidewall bad splitting

  8. Pass106,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,889 miles
    Test number
    166287914550
    • AdvisoryMinor play front anti roll d bushes

  9. Fail106,889 miles (+4,826)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,889 miles
    Test number
    797861835073
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn and corroding
    • AdvisoryMinor play front anti roll d bushes

  10. Pass102,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,063 miles
    Test number
    517593581761
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front to rear brake pipes

  11. Fail102,063 miles (+4,862)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,063 miles
    Test number
    152685769445
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front to rear brake pipes

  12. Pass97,201 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,201 miles
    Test number
    789225317235
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll d bushes slight play

  13. Fail97,201 miles (+1,408)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,201 miles
    Test number
    558812253144
    • DangerousRear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll d bushes slight play

  14. Pass95,793 miles (+3,978)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,793 miles
    Test number
    819223775006
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside & offside rear tyres worn
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass91,815 miles (+7,951)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,815 miles
    Test number
    957245554084
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass83,864 miles (+6,590)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,864 miles
    Test number
    705586853029
    • NoteNearside & offside front wishbones rear bushes
    • NotePlay in rack
    • NoteSill covers & undertrays fitted

  17. Pass77,274 miles (+3,388)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    77,274 miles
    Test number
    966216252001
    • NoteN/s and o/s front suspension arms rear bushes

  18. Fail73,886 miles (+5,082)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,886 miles
    Test number
    519775621315
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass68,804 miles (+12,490)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    229706051042
    • NoteNearside front tyre near limit
    • NotePlay in rack
    • NoteRear indicators faded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Pass56,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    372701549466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,314 miles (+3,977)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    503901749277
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass52,337 miles (+187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    221031348280
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail52,150 miles (+3,834)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    510036438202
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass48,316 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,316 miles
    Test number
    313941347443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,222 miles (+6,506)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,222 miles
    Test number
    141496206289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    35,716 miles
    Test number
    951544305213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T40 CUF

Does T40 CUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 CUF is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 CUF?
The MOT on T40 CUF is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 CUF done?
T40 CUF was recorded at 120,025 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,052 miles a year.
Has T40 CUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 CUF has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 CUF 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 CUF find?
T40 CUF passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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