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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

T4 FBWMOT history

T4 FBW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 99,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,137 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 FBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 FBW was last recorded at 99,137 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 92 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,045 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
92 miles
Average per year
7,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,137 miles
  • 2025 – 85,690 miles
  • 2024 – 84,514 miles
  • 2023 – 75,721 miles
  • 2022 – 67,998 miles
  • 2021 – 60,033 miles
  • 2020 – 55,077 miles
  • 2019 – 48,930 miles
  • 2018 – 41,673 miles
  • 2017 – 32,669 miles
  • 2016 – 24,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,137 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,137 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,137 miles
    Test number
    864467215858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,045 miles (+13,355)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,045 miles
    Test number
    203691312845
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass85,690 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,690 miles
    Test number
    332644206936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,514 miles
    Test number
    201485430867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,514 miles (+8,793)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,514 miles
    Test number
    679752425522
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass75,721 miles (+7,723)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,721 miles
    Test number
    491982954014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,998 miles (+7,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,998 miles
    Test number
    168284816004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass60,033 miles (+4,956)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    912025041912
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass55,077 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,077 miles
    Test number
    767197521182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail55,076 miles (+6,146)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    988193112095
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass48,930 miles (+7,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,930 miles
    Test number
    542168858762
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass41,673 miles (+9,004)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    41,673 miles
    Test number
    464716221223
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass32,669 miles (+8,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,669 miles
    Test number
    265420230260
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass24,224 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    24,224 miles
    Test number
    571750354937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail24,223 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,223 miles
    Test number
    998807302545
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T4 FBW

Does T4 FBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 FBW is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 FBW?
The MOT on T4 FBW is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 FBW done?
T4 FBW was recorded at 99,137 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 7,980 miles a year.
Has T4 FBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 FBW has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 FBW 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 FBW find?
T4 FBW passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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