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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T455 NHKMOT history

T455 NHK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
157,679 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T455 NHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T455 NHK was last recorded at 157,679 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,661 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
3,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,679 miles
  • 2024 – 157,651 miles
  • 2023 – 157,623 miles
  • 2020 – 157,587 miles
  • 2019 – 157,519 miles
  • 2018 – 157,418 miles
  • 2017 – 156,936 miles
  • 2016 – 153,040 miles
  • 2015 – 150,003 miles
  • 2014 – 146,458 miles
  • 2013 – 141,812 miles
  • 2012 – 137,126 miles
  • 2011 – 130,416 miles
  • 2010 – 124,451 miles
  • 2009 – 116,832 miles
  • 2008 – 110,719 miles
  • 2007 – 102,224 miles
  • 2006 – 95,877 miles
  • 2005 – 83,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,679 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2026

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,679 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    157,679 miles
    Test number
    623174397316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail157,661 miles (+10)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,661 miles
    Test number
    664773155781
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  3. Pass157,651 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    157,651 miles
    Test number
    689343692815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,623 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    157,623 miles
    Test number
    798375670626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  5. Fail157,620 miles (+33)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,620 miles
    Test number
    569165233112
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass157,587 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,587 miles
    Test number
    909960508479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  7. Pass157,519 miles (+101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    809155729194
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box deteriorating

  8. Pass157,418 miles (+482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,418 miles
    Test number
    150338353304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin in poor condition

  9. Pass156,936 miles (+3,896)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    156,936 miles
    Test number
    761904867945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass153,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    153,040 miles
    Test number
    146210438878
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWater in both headlights causing weak image

  11. Fail153,040 miles (+3,037)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,040 miles
    Test number
    728009570031
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in O/S steering rack end
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWater in both headlights causing weak image

  12. Pass150,003 miles9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    150,003 miles
    Test number
    309561715140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  13. Fail150,003 miles (+3,545)1 dangerous2 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,003 miles
    Test number
    927021915172
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass146,458 miles (+4,646)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    146,458 miles
    Test number
    138388914104
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEng oil low
    • NoteOffside and nearside front foglight glass are broken
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres are badly worn on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside and nearside headligghts are wet and dim

  15. Pass141,812 miles (+29)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,812 miles
    Test number
    319554413137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps has condensation
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NotePlay in steering rack or both track rod arms

  16. Fail141,783 miles (+4,657)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,783 miles
    Test number
    249506003410
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps has condensation
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NotePlay in steering rack or both track rod arms

  17. Pass137,126 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    137,126 miles
    Test number
    487720612108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in offside track rod arm ball joint

  18. Fail137,126 miles (+6,710)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,126 miles
    Test number
    215310112121
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in offside track rod arm ball joint

  19. Pass130,416 miles (+5,965)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    130,416 miles
    Test number
    207171001108
    • NoteN/s/f fog lamp cracked.
    • NoteOil leak to engine area.
    • NoteR/exhaust coroded, but not blowing.

  20. Pass124,451 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    124,451 miles
    Test number
    961986510142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail124,451 miles (+7,619)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,451 miles
    Test number
    203706710169
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass116,832 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    116,832 miles
    Test number
    200102719143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail116,805 miles (+6,086)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    251341019459
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass110,719 miles (+8,495)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,719 miles
    Test number
    431650228139
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth Rear flexy brake hoses in poor condition
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar thrust links in poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arm bushes in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake flexy hoses perished
    • NoteN/S/F Fog light cracked
    • NoteO/S Steering rack boot in poor condition
    • NoteO/S/R wheel bearing noisy

  25. Pass102,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    440282207179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail102,224 miles (+6,347)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    754762407170
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass95,877 miles (+11,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    95,877 miles
    Test number
    282661106169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass83,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    83,985 miles
    Test number
    830148415150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T455 NHK

Does T455 NHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T455 NHK is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T455 NHK?
The MOT on T455 NHK is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T455 NHK done?
T455 NHK was recorded at 157,679 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 3,540 miles a year.
Has T455 NHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T455 NHK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T455 NHK 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 T455 NHK find?
T455 NHK passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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