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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T40 WXXMOT history

T40 WXX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 194,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
194,304 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 WXX
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
27 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 WXX was last recorded at 194,304 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 3,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,412 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,892 miles
Average per year
9,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,304 miles
  • 2025 – 190,412 miles
  • 2024 – 185,933 miles
  • 2023 – 181,289 miles
  • 2022 – 176,844 miles
  • 2021 – 173,683 miles
  • 2020 – 169,227 miles
  • 2019 – 162,902 miles
  • 2018 – 156,693 miles
  • 2017 – 149,327 miles
  • 2016 – 139,950 miles
  • 2014 – 129,069 miles
  • 2013 – 117,433 miles
  • 2012 – 86,047 miles
  • 2011 – 68,883 miles
  • 2010 – 51,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,304 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass194,304 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    194,304 miles
    Test number
    128745122462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail194,304 miles (+3,892)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,304 miles
    Test number
    858145177002
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass190,412 miles (+4,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    190,412 miles
    Test number
    894141309072
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass185,933 miles (+4,644)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    185,933 miles
    Test number
    525501455897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass181,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    181,289 miles
    Test number
    638549015476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail181,289 miles (+4,445)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,289 miles
    Test number
    739956561931
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass176,844 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    176,844 miles
    Test number
    174510823928
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass173,683 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    173,683 miles
    Test number
    751857363339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,227 miles (+6,325)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,227 miles
    Test number
    904708179238
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass162,902 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    162,902 miles
    Test number
    910268636324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail162,902 miles (+6,209)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,902 miles
    Test number
    834593518703
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass156,693 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    156,693 miles
    Test number
    480756316925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass149,327 miles (+9,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    149,327 miles
    Test number
    909494609297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass139,950 miles (+10,881)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    139,950 miles
    Test number
    231080982108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass129,069 miles (+11,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    129,069 miles
    Test number
    176757914319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,433 miles (+31,386)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,433 miles
    Test number
    269056623359
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass86,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,047 miles
    Test number
    619003042263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail86,044 miles (+17,161)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,044 miles
    Test number
    507703542252
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass68,883 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    227207191184
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail68,882 miles (+17,505)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,882 miles
    Test number
    228657691400
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass51,377 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    710058590175
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T40 WXX

Does T40 WXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 WXX is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 WXX?
The MOT on T40 WXX is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 WXX done?
T40 WXX was recorded at 194,304 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 9,151 miles a year.
Has T40 WXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 WXX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 WXX 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 WXX find?
T40 WXX passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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