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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T423 LCRMOT history

T423 LCR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 41,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
41,192 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T423 LCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T423 LCR was last recorded at 41,192 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,013 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,192 miles
  • 2025 – 41,013 miles
  • 2024 – 40,799 miles
  • 2023 – 40,525 miles
  • 2022 – 40,289 miles
  • 2021 – 39,869 miles
  • 2020 – 39,162 miles
  • 2019 – 38,553 miles
  • 2018 – 37,760 miles
  • 2017 – 37,007 miles
  • 2016 – 36,170 miles
  • 2015 – 35,373 miles
  • 2014 – 34,480 miles
  • 2013 – 33,451 miles
  • 2012 – 32,347 miles
  • 2011 – 30,673 miles
  • 2010 – 29,996 miles
  • 2009 – 28,812 miles
  • 2008 – 27,756 miles
  • 2007 – 26,102 miles
  • 2006 – 23,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,192 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bush worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock corroded
  • AdvisoryParking brake uneven
  • AdvisorySlight induction pipe leak
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Park brake application uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,192 miles (+179)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    41,192 miles
    Test number
    989173590634
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake uneven
    • AdvisorySlight induction pipe leak
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass41,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    101272107388
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven

  3. Fail40,999 miles (+200)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,999 miles
    Test number
    674313866040
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven

  4. Pass40,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    40,799 miles
    Test number
    982555738075
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven

  5. Fail40,799 miles (+274)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,799 miles
    Test number
    150050070141
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven

  6. Pass40,525 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    40,525 miles
    Test number
    548452093127
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand broke application uneven

  7. Fail40,525 miles (+236)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,525 miles
    Test number
    779518412727
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand broke application uneven

  8. Pass40,289 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,289 miles
    Test number
    245772841488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle has corrosions

  9. Fail40,285 miles (+416)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,285 miles
    Test number
    839639506614
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle has corrosions

  10. Pass39,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,869 miles
    Test number
    691279097581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,869 miles (+707)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,869 miles
    Test number
    957380493497
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass39,162 miles (+609)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    39,162 miles
    Test number
    854436391823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,553 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,553 miles
    Test number
    309456921773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,760 miles (+753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    37,760 miles
    Test number
    652512813351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass37,007 miles (+837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    37,007 miles
    Test number
    523793929393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass36,170 miles (+797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,170 miles
    Test number
    143250694710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass35,373 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,373 miles
    Test number
    217355967133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyres cracking

  18. Fail35,373 miles (+893)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,373 miles
    Test number
    787529907169
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyres cracking

  19. Pass34,480 miles (+1,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,480 miles
    Test number
    276391134288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass33,451 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,451 miles
    Test number
    295311433250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass32,347 miles (+1,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,347 miles
    Test number
    625208192124
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass30,673 miles (+677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,673 miles
    Test number
    165113991143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass29,996 miles (+1,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,996 miles
    Test number
    433943890111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass28,812 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,812 miles
    Test number
    802264199162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,756 miles
    Test number
    253502398160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,756 miles (+1,654)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,756 miles
    Test number
    201442598405
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass26,102 miles (+2,625)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,102 miles
    Test number
    272970397103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,477 miles
    Test number
    592184886102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T423 LCR

Does T423 LCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T423 LCR is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T423 LCR?
The MOT on T423 LCR is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T423 LCR done?
T423 LCR was recorded at 41,192 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 879 miles a year.
Has T423 LCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T423 LCR has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T423 LCR 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 T423 LCR find?
T423 LCR passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: front prop shaft bush worn; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most, and 5 more.

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