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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T40 PRMMOT history

T40 PRM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,554 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 PRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 PRM was last recorded at 131,554 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,322 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
232 miles
Average per year
6,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,554 miles
  • 2025 – 122,932 miles
  • 2024 – 115,297 miles
  • 2023 – 106,539 miles
  • 2022 – 100,027 miles
  • 2021 – 93,487 miles
  • 2020 – 86,976 miles
  • 2019 – 78,086 miles
  • 2018 – 68,745 miles
  • 2017 – 56,647 miles
  • 2016 – 49,602 miles
  • 2015 – 48,533 miles
  • 2014 – 45,920 miles
  • 2013 – 42,429 miles
  • 2011 – 35,564 miles
  • 2010 – 27,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,554 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,554 miles (+232)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,554 miles
    Test number
    684463019458
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail131,322 miles (+8,390)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    581216760211
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass122,932 miles (+7,635)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,932 miles
    Test number
    748776393699
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,297 miles (+157)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,297 miles
    Test number
    901423110830
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail115,140 miles (+8,601)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,140 miles
    Test number
    592165223441
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass106,539 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    106,539 miles
    Test number
    518556637664
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail106,538 miles (+6,511)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,538 miles
    Test number
    782233624764
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass100,027 miles (+6,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,027 miles
    Test number
    140415071250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass93,487 miles (+6,511)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,487 miles
    Test number
    124731840325
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,976 miles (+8,890)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    670905781753
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass78,086 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    262648012982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail78,086 miles (+9,341)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    633287825107
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass68,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,745 miles
    Test number
    437492447112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,745 miles (+12,098)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,745 miles
    Test number
    206621546653
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass56,647 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,647 miles
    Test number
    709264722542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,602 miles
    Test number
    959550518421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,602 miles (+1,069)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,602 miles
    Test number
    470404745632
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass48,533 miles (+2,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,533 miles
    Test number
    609696715058
    • NoteCut in n/s rear tyre.

  19. Pass45,920 miles (+3,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,920 miles
    Test number
    116726504035
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread low in outside edge.

  20. Pass42,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    235292623099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,429 miles (+6,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    308252323068
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass35,564 miles (+7,955)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,564 miles
    Test number
    999746361242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,609 miles
    Test number
    341073460431
    • 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)

Questions about T40 PRM

Does T40 PRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 PRM is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 PRM?
The MOT on T40 PRM is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 PRM done?
T40 PRM was recorded at 131,554 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 6,769 miles a year.
Has T40 PRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 PRM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 PRM 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 PRM find?
T40 PRM passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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