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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T4 AFAMOT history

T4 AFA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 144,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
144,697 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 AFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 AFA was last recorded at 144,697 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 7,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,723 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,974 miles
Average per year
5,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,697 miles
  • 2024 – 127,611 miles
  • 2023 – 120,138 miles
  • 2022 – 113,255 miles
  • 2021 – 105,744 miles
  • 2019 – 101,124 miles
  • 2018 – 95,015 miles
  • 2017 – 89,866 miles
  • 2016 – 87,916 miles
  • 2015 – 85,448 miles
  • 2014 – 82,968 miles
  • 2013 – 80,706 miles
  • 2012 – 79,167 miles
  • 2011 – 69,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,697 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,697 miles (+7,974)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    144,697 miles
    Test number
    178750260705
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass136,723 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    872393079554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail136,718 miles (+9,107)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,718 miles
    Test number
    500819601932
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,611 miles
    Test number
    603221889368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail127,611 miles (+7,473)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,611 miles
    Test number
    446698773987
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,138 miles (+6,883)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,138 miles
    Test number
    215307939704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,255 miles (+7,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    573286344295
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass105,744 miles (+4,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,744 miles
    Test number
    123580187230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,124 miles (+6,109)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,124 miles
    Test number
    845635850635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,015 miles
    Test number
    447825382186
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail95,015 miles (+5,149)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,015 miles
    Test number
    335999716019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass89,866 miles (+1,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,866 miles
    Test number
    733912425675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass87,916 miles (+2,468)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,916 miles
    Test number
    219811366160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,448 miles (+2,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    85,448 miles
    Test number
    284183906038
    • 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)

  15. Pass82,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    707708954377
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyre wearing un even on inner edge

  16. Fail82,968 miles (+2,262)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    417737754470
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyre's wearing un even on inner edge

  17. Pass80,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    80,706 miles
    Test number
    358336513344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,706 miles (+1,539)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,706 miles
    Test number
    295606413338
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass79,167 miles (+9,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    79,167 miles
    Test number
    268973042328
    • NoteFront washer jets partialy blocked

  20. Pass69,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    69,351 miles
    Test number
    397576541364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 AFA

Does T4 AFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 AFA is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 AFA?
The MOT on T4 AFA is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 AFA done?
T4 AFA was recorded at 144,697 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,392 miles a year.
Has T4 AFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 AFA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 AFA 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 T4 AFA find?
T4 AFA passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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