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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T40 TUNMOT history

T40 TUN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Oct 2007. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
146,663 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 TUN
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
23 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 TUN was last recorded at 146,663 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Sept 2017: 102,714 miles, lower than 102,731 miles on 27 Sept 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,581 miles · 7 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
10,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,663 miles
  • 2020 – 144,690 miles
  • 2019 – 131,825 miles
  • 2018 – 115,235 miles
  • 2017 – 102,714 miles
  • 2016 – 81,330 miles
  • 2015 – 72,009 miles
  • 2014 – 58,887 miles
  • 2013 – 48,106 miles
  • 2012 – 35,795 miles
  • 2011 – 23,385 miles
  • 2010 – 17,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,663 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front both Side windows tinted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,663 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,663 miles
    Test number
    384064273731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail146,581 miles (+1,891)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,581 miles
    Test number
    233995639623
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass144,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,690 miles
    Test number
    284607062445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail144,690 miles (+12,865)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,690 miles
    Test number
    239278593185
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,825 miles
    Test number
    515330208494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,825 miles (+16,590)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,825 miles
    Test number
    807456355573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,235 miles (+633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,235 miles
    Test number
    393451153729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,602 miles (+11,888)3 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,602 miles
    Test number
    922929691155
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryEngine, under body and sill covers fitted

  9. Pass102,714 miles (-17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,714 miles
    Test number
    251895049647
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront both Side windows tinted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre side wall small cut but not to cords

  10. Fail102,731 miles (+21,401)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,731 miles
    Test number
    909278191350
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall cut 255/35/18 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront both Side windows tinted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre side wall small cut but not to cords

  11. Pass81,330 miles (+9,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,330 miles
    Test number
    680880727633
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray's fitted to vehicle obstructing view of some part's
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass72,009 miles (+13,122)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,009 miles
    Test number
    344892942317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,887 miles (+10,781)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,887 miles
    Test number
    119407244224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,106 miles (+12,311)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    439516833202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  15. Pass35,795 miles (+12,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,795 miles
    Test number
    567147942207
    • NoteCan not see bottom of rear springs

  16. Pass23,385 miles (+6,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,385 miles
    Test number
    286829841208
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass17,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    17,132 miles
    Test number
    714955280201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 TUN

Does T40 TUN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 TUN expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 TUN?
The MOT on T40 TUN expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 TUN done?
T40 TUN was recorded at 146,663 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 10,442 miles a year.
Has T40 TUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 TUN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 TUN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T40 TUN find?
T40 TUN passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall.

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