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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,995 cc

T44 SWAMOT history

T44 SWA is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 142,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,787 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 SWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 SWA was last recorded at 142,787 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,786 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,787 miles
  • 2025 – 119,085 miles
  • 2024 – 104,099 miles
  • 2023 – 85,486 miles
  • 2022 – 83,713 miles
  • 2021 – 73,290 miles
  • 2020 – 68,425 miles
  • 2019 – 63,589 miles
  • 2018 – 49,276 miles
  • 2017 – 39,179 miles
  • 2016 – 25,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,787 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel cap seal perishing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2 mm.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,787 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,787 miles
    Test number
    511577909529
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail142,786 miles (+23,701)4 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,786 miles
    Test number
    929131103724
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one banana shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass119,085 miles (+14,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,085 miles
    Test number
    960064196366
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass104,099 miles (+18,613)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,099 miles
    Test number
    144265448507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,486 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,486 miles
    Test number
    350190366070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,713 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,713 miles
    Test number
    524375386311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,695 miles (+10,405)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,695 miles
    Test number
    293179369906
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass73,290 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,290 miles
    Test number
    135312647808
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2 mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail73,287 miles (+4,862)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,287 miles
    Test number
    364739014700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn close to limit and worn uneven on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn close to limit and uneven on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2 mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,425 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,425 miles
    Test number
    284283728149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,589 miles (+14,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    190210150201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass49,276 miles (+10,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,276 miles
    Test number
    788650266929
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  13. Pass39,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    39,179 miles
    Test number
    735496218197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,179 miles (+38)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,179 miles
    Test number
    621478605010
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Fail39,141 miles (+14,014)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,141 miles
    Test number
    271314709239
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass25,127 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,127 miles
    Test number
    964240959701
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T44 SWA

Does T44 SWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 SWA is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 SWA?
The MOT on T44 SWA is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 SWA done?
T44 SWA was recorded at 142,787 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 11,420 miles a year.
Has T44 SWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 SWA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T44 SWA 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 T44 SWA find?
T44 SWA passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides, and 6 more.

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